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Emotions & StressEmotional Flooding

The Amygdala Hijack

When emotion floods in, the thinking brain goes offline for a while

Have you ever written a reply in ten seconds and wished for it back the rest of the day?

You'll find out

  • Catch the moment the reply takes over
  • See what a pause gives back
  • Keep the argument on your terms

Why it matters

Spot your own overload before you send a reply or agree to something you’ll regret.

About 3 min6 interactive slides · 5 questionsLesson 67 · Zone 8

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