Arlene R Taylor

Taylor Brain Bytes

Health EN ↓ 216 episodes

As a brain function specialist, Dr Taylor has designed short podcasts to answer questions about brain-health, helping people know more about the brain so they can use theirs by design to stay healthier and younger for longer.

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Arlene R Taylor

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Health

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Latest episode

Nov 2, 2026

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Episodes

What’s the big deal about smiling? 17.12.2022

Do you know there are brains that rarely—if ever— smile? In adulthood, smiling is a choice. A good choice, as it turns out! Thank you for watching Taylor Brain Bytes Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And please subscribe to Dr. Taylor's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https:/...

Would you recognize the Dunning-Kruger Effect? 10.12.2022

Being able to recognize/protect yourself from individuals who exhaust your brain is important—including the Dunning-Kruger Effect. Thank you for watching Taylor Brain Bytes Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And please subscribe to Dr. Taylor's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved....

Is blood really thicker than water? 03.12.2022

Beliefs often float down through family systems without much thought given to their accuracy. This can limit a person’s perceived choices. Thank you for watching Taylor Brain Bytes Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And please subscribe to Dr. Taylor's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD Realizations Inc. All Rights Re...

Why does fear create such strong memories? 26.11.2022

One of three protective emotions (along with anger and sadness), its strength may link with helping you avoid future similar situations, if possible. Thank you for watching Taylor Brain Bytes Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And please subscribe to Dr. Taylor's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD Realizations Inc. Al...

Does face blindness really exist? 19.11.2022

Imagine being unable to recognize the faces of your family, friends, coworkers, or even your own face in a photograph. Thank you for watching Taylor Brain Bytes Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And please subscribe to Dr. Taylor's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www....

How can I get kids to help with chores? 12.11.2022

Using a communication style that sends the message and provides options for choice can be helpful in reducing conflict and arguing. Thank you for watching Taylor Brain Bytes Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And please subscribe to Dr. Taylor's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved....

Does the human brain self-cannibalize? 05.11.2022

For most people, the concept of cannibalism is the stuff of movies, if not legends. Brain self-cannibalism can occur, however. Thank you for watching Taylor Brain Bytes Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And please subscribe to Dr. Taylor's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. http...

How Would I Know if I Am Color Blind? 29.10.2022

Imagine being asked, “How do I look in this color?” but your brain only sees in black and white—and you don’t even know that. Thank you for watching Taylor Brain Bytes Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And please subscribe to Dr. Taylor's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https...

Are Brain Blips the Same as Brain Farts? 22.10.2022

We have all experienced unfortunate social faux pas or watched others exhibit them. Dr. Taylor explains why and how they can occur. Thank you for watching Taylor Brain Bytes Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And please subscribe to Dr. Taylor's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved....

What triggers self-defeating behaviors? 15.10.2022

Dr. Taylor explains how it works. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

What is wrong with frowning? 08.10.2022

Dr. Taylor tells what is wrong with frowning and how and when to replace frowns with smiles. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

What is the science of laughter? 01.10.2022

Dr. Taylor answers this question about the "most effective wonder drug on the planet." Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

What is the purpose of yawning? 24.09.2022

Dr. Taylor describes several purposes of yawning, more than one might expect! Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

What is hyperthymesia? 17.09.2022

Dr. Taylor defines and discusses this rare disorder, along with the upsides and downsides of it. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

What is anosognosia? 10.09.2022

Dr. Taylor defines anosognosia and its effects on your brain. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

Is the brain designed to forget? 03.09.2022

Dr. Taylor says, "Yes," and she tells why forgetting is crucial to healthy brain function. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

How can I appear more confident? 27.08.2022

Dr. Taylor gives multiple ways in which you can increase your confidence appearance. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

Does my appearance impact my brain? 20.08.2022

Dr. Taylor posits that not only does your appearance impact how you are viewed by others, but your appearance also impacts your own brain's cognitive processing style. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https...

Does a creativity bias exist? 13.08.2022

Dr. Taylor explains how creativity bias is like other forms of bias, such as racism and phobias. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

Is there a divorce gene? 06.08.2022

Dr. Taylor discusses genetic predispositions. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

Is social cognition important? 30.07.2022

Dr. Taylor explains how social cognition is important to personal interactions. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

How are memories stored? 23.07.2022

Dr. Taylor tells how the brain takes in sensory data through the brain stem and sends it to the thalamus gland, a triage center near the top of the brain stem. From there, it is sent to the correct decoding center. Once the data is decoded, whether the brain stores that information in long-term memory depends on several things. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for s...

Has Dr. Taylor experienced discrimination? 16.07.2022

Learn the very first way Dr. Taylor experienced discrimination. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

Does Dr. Taylor have a favorite brain secret? 09.07.2022

Find out about Dr. Taylor's "events boundary"! Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

Does the skin feel wetness? 02.07.2022

Dr. Taylor explains where decoding of sensory data takes place. Check out https://allmylinks.com/brainfunctionguru And please subscribe to my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/braingurutaylor Copyright © 2022 Arlene R. Taylor, PhD, Realizations Inc. All Rights Reserved. https://www.arlenetaylor.org

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