The sheer speed at which the human mind processes visual information is staggering—up to sixty thousand times faster than written or spoken words. Advertisers exploit this fundamental design principle daily. A deep dive explores the concept of "acceptance," reframing it not as agreement or approval, but as a neutral acknowledgment of a fact. This crucial shift is presented as the key to quieting the brain's alarm system, halting the flood of stress chemicals, and unlocking clearer decision-making. Furthermore, the discussion touches upon how trauma can rewire the brain's ancient threat detection system, mistakenly flagging minor occurrences as major rattlesnakes. Understanding this wiring, and employing techniques involving visualization and breath, offers a path to keeping those 'little rattlesnakes' small. Insights from host Karen D. Wood on celebrating episodes and resetting the threat mechanism are shared.
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