Psychology · 20 min
The Chimp Paradox
By Professor Steve Peters
This episode breaks down Professor Steve Peters' model of the mind, revealing how to understand and manage your emotional 'Chimp,' rational 'Human,' and habitual 'Computer' for greater self-mastery.
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Psychology
Duration
20 min
What it is about
Emotional intelligence, self-mastery, cognitive psychology
Who it is for
If you've ever felt hijacked by your emotions, struggled with self-sabotage, or wondered why you act against your own best interests, this will clarify your internal world, and this will help you see what to do next.
The author
Professor Steve Peters, a consultant psychiatrist and sports psychologist, developed this model through decades of clinical practice and working with elite athletes, offering a uniquely practical lens on the mind's inner workings.
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