Neuroplasticity, Observational Learning and Synaptic Connections

Neuroplasticity, Observational Learning and Synaptic Connections

Author: Armando Dominguez PhD Health Psychology, Educator, Martial Artist, Researcher February 24, 2024 Duration: 24:04
Ep 57. Neurocognitive aspects of skill acquisition and learning and benefits. Learn how stress management and low-stakes environments can enhance skill development and foster effective learning strategies for everyday life. Learning any skill involves both cognitive thought processes and tangible neurological development. Whether acquiring cognitive abilities or mastering physical skills, our brain's activity plays a crucial role in skill acquisition. Creating low-stress, supportive environm...

Ever feel like your brain's ancient wiring is at odds with the demands of modern life? That's the core territory explored in Running Man Self Regulation Skills Project. Hosted by Armando Dominguez, who brings a unique perspective as a PhD in Health Psychology, an educator, a martial artist, and a researcher, this podcast digs into the primal roots of our reactions. It’s about understanding how stress, anxiety, and even physical pain directly hijack our capacity to think clearly and make good decisions, often leading to behavior we might later regret. Each episode unpacks the survival programming we all carry-our inner paleo-caveperson-and how it manifests in today's world. You’ll hear practical discussions that bridge science and daily experience, focusing on why we freeze, lash out, or struggle to choose wisely under pressure. This isn't just theory; it's about gaining tangible insights for recognizing these patterns and developing stronger self-regulation skills. For anyone interested in the intersection of mental resilience, physical fitness, and social behavior, this podcast offers a thoughtful, grounded conversation. Tune in to reframe your understanding of your own instincts and learn to navigate tension with more awareness and control.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Running Man Self Regulation Skills Project
Podcast Episodes
Mastering New Skills: How Dopamine Drives Your Learning Journey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:11
Ep 80 Behaviors and skills either caught like a contagion or taught. Learning new skills and behaviors is an exciting journey, often driven by observing and imitating others. This process of skill acquisition is not only…
The Energy Drain: Unpacking Attentional Fatigue in Our Daily Lives [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:28
Ep 77. In today’s episode, we explore the intriguing concept of attentional costs and their impact on our energy levels. Have you ever felt drained after engaging in a new experience or facing a frightening event? This p…
Harnessing Positive Thinking: Transforming Stress into Opportunity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:32
Ep 75 In modern times, navigating life from physical survival to fiscal stability brings inevitable stress and difficulty. Overcoming challenges not only builds resilience but also triggers growth in the Anterior Mid Cin…
Language and Communication. Unlocking the Power of Metaphor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:49
Ep 73. Communication takes various forms to transmit information, but often our interpretations can be inaccurate. Language serves as an imperfect medium to convey the messages and thoughts of our minds to others. Aristo…
We Tend to Follow our own Placebos. Navigating Life's Path [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:14
Ep 72. Placebos are known for their powerful effects in pharmaceutical experiments. In our daily lives, we rely on beliefs, expectations, and predictions to guide our ethical decisions, adhere to guidelines, and shape ou…