Flow Flashcards
What happens when there is too little stress?
Low motivation and poor performance.
What is the main function of norepinephrine in the brain?
Norepinephrine increases energy and alertness, stimulating hyperactivity and hypervigilance.
Imagine you hear a loud noise at night, norepinephrine helps you stay alert.
When you’re obsessed with an idea and can’t stop thinking about it, __________ is the neurochemical at play.
Norepinephrine.
How does norepinephrine affect your thoughts when working on a project?
It makes it difficult to stop thinking about the project, leading to intense focus and hyper-engagement.
What is the “flow” state in relation to neurochemicals?
Flow is a state that blends all six of the brain’s major pleasure chemicals.
How does having a sense of purpose affect the brain neurobiologically?
It decreases amygdala reactivity, decreases the volume of the medial temporal cortex, and increases the volume of the right insular cortex.
