Hey Reader!
During our Mastermind session today I mentioned that FEAR can sometimes override our decision making process. Here is more about how it works:
What are the symptoms of an amygdala hijack?
The symptoms of an amygdala hijack are caused by the body’s chemical response to stress. When you experience stress, your brain releases two kinds of stress hormones: cortisol and adrenaline. Both of these hormones, which are released by the adrenal glands, prepare your body to fight or to flee.
Together, these stress hormones do a number of things to your body in response to stress.
- increase blood flow to muscles, so you have more strength and speed to fight or flee
- expand your airways so you can take in and use more oxygen
- increase blood sugar to provide you immediate energy
- dilate pupils to improve your vision for faster responses
When these hormones are released, you may experience:
- rapid heartbeat
- sweaty palms
- clammy skin
- goosebumps on the surface of your skin
An amygdala hijack may lead to inappropriate or irrational behavior. After an amygdala hijack, you may experience other symptoms like embarrassment and regret.
You can read more about this on Headline.com.
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Hugo,
Founder, Team 212
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