Psychology · 20 min
The Social Brain
By Tracey Camilleri | Sam Rockey | Robin Dunbar
This episode reveals the deep biological wiring that makes social connection essential for human well-being, and how understanding it can transform your relationships.
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Psychology
Duration
20 min
What it is about
Social connection, neuroscience, relationship dynamics, well-being
Who it is for
If you've ever felt overwhelmed by superficial connections or a quiet longing for deeper, more authentic relationships, this can help you understand what your social brain truly needs.
The author
Robin Dunbar, a evolutionary psychologist, offers decades of research into the social structures of primates and humans, revealing the hard-wired limits and clear needs of our social lives.
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