Jon Teaches Sean About His Brain

In this conversation, Sean and Jon explore the concepts of schemas and heuristics, discussing how they shape our understanding of the world and influence decision-making. They delve into the role of attention schemas in consciousness, the impact of heuristics in various contexts, and the dynamics of social media and group behavior. The discussion highlights the importance of self-awareness and the...

In this episode, Sean and Jon explore the complexities of the human brain, focusing on emotions, back-channel communication, and emotional intelligence. They share personal anecdotes to illustrate how our brains process information and emotions, and discuss the importance of self-awareness and emotional regulation. The conversation delves into the role of emotions in decision-making and the techni...

Summary In this episode, Sean and Jon explore the complexities of understanding the brain and its implications for training and learning. They discuss the Preflex Tech website redesign, the importance of Maslow's Hierarchy in training, and the unique Preflex Hierarchy of Needs. The conversation delves into the differences between knowledge and skill in training, the processes of attention, encodin...

In this episode, Sean and Jon delve into the complexities of memory, patterns, and schemas, exploring how our brains recognize and interpret patterns in various contexts, from everyday life to storytelling and art. They discuss the significance of patterns in decision-making, communication, and even addiction recovery, emphasizing the brain's innate ability to detect and respond to patterns. The c...

In this episode, Sean and Jon delve into the complexities of the human brain, exploring various cognitive processes, the role of AI in understanding cognition, and the intricacies of decision-making. They discuss the Rorschach test, the active nature of vision, and how individual perceptions shape our understanding of the world. The conversation also covers heuristics, biases, and the impact of em...

In this episode, Sean and Jon explore the complexities of the brain, discussing its fascinating capabilities, biases in research, and the implications of recent technological advancements. They delve into specific phenomena such as blindsight and deja vu, examining how these experiences challenge our understanding of perception and consciousness. The dialogue highlights the interplay between histo...

In this episode, Sean and Jon delve into the complexities of the human brain, exploring themes such as memory, randomness, and the brain's inherent tendency to presume danger. They discuss various brain principles, including how the brain is suggestible and limited in attention, and how these principles apply to real-world scenarios, particularly law enforcement. The conversation also touches on t...

In this episode, Jon teaches Sean some hacks for improving memory and discusses emotion and its role in memory. Stay tuned until the end of this episode to see a list of the peg words Jon discusses in the episode. Connect:@jonteachessean.bsky.social (Bluesky) @JonTeachesSean (X)

In this episode, Jon talks about memories. How sleep consolidates memories, how memories are not "files" in a cabinet, and how malleable memories are. Connect with us on social media; @jonteachessean.bsky.social (Bluesky) @JonTeachesSean (X) @JonTeachesSean (YouTube)

In this week's episode, Jon discusses the process for getting research published, the importance of science, and the danger of misinformation being spread on social media. @jonteachessean.bsky.social (BlueSky)@JonTeachesSean (X)To connect with Jon, here is his social media info; Prof Jon | @braindude.bsky.social (BlueSky)Prof Jon | @brain_dude_ (X/Twitter)Prof Jon | @brain_dude_ (TikTok) Prof Jon...

Jon teaches Sean about attentional shifting, the impact of technology on attention spans, and how to better navigate distractions. Following us on Blusky @jonteachessean.bsky.social, and X @JonTeachesSean. Let's connect!

It took three episodes focused on schemas for Jon to teach Sean all about them, but we think Sean might be getting it.

Part two of Jon teaching Sean about schemas.

Jon teaches Sean about self-talk, narratives, and how these drive behavior. Jon also discusses the movie Will and Harper and how we can improve empathy using narrative imagination.

Jon teaches Sean about the mental framework that helps make sense of the world around him.

In this episode, Jon teaches Sean about the different types of stress and how stress is actually a good thing until it is not. Jon also talks about the rising number of high school students using AI to write papers for them.

In this episode, Jon teaches Sean about stress and its effects on performance. He also shares a story about a wild event in his home.

In this episode, Jon teaches Sean the difference between the brain and the mind. Jon also talks about the two systems in the brain and their roles in our everyday lives.

In our first episode, we meet Dr. Jon Page and discover how a Kansas farm boy becomes a cognitive neuroscientist who creates a groundbreaking training system that works with the brain.