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Andrew Huberman

04/28/25

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The relationship between humans and domesticated animals can be optimized through evidence-based protocols that enhance their mental and physical health.

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What Pets Actually Want & Need | Dr. Karolina Westlund

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What Pets Actually Want & Need | Dr. Karolina Westlund

04/28/25

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Dr. Karolina Westlund

04/28/25

@ Andrew Huberman

The domestication of dogs likely occurred through a symbiotic relationship with humans, where less fearful wolves began to associate with human habitats.

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Andrew Huberman

05/22/25

@ Andrew Huberman

The optimal protocols for enhancing brain and body health are simple yet powerful, leveraging the nervous system to support workflow and brain function.

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Dr. Karolina Westlund

04/28/25

@ Andrew Huberman

The core affect space model helps us understand how to create a safe and pleasant environment for animals, focusing on reducing negative emotions and providing stimulation.

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Lex Fridman Cast

02/03/25

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DeepSeek claims that humans are self-domesticated apes, and this self-domestication is key to understanding our cognitive and social abilities.

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Andrew Huberman

05/22/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Adapt and modify the suggested protocols to best fit your schedule and needs, as individual differences are important in optimizing productivity and health.

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Andrew Huberman Cast

04/28/25

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Understanding how animals perceive threats is crucial, as well-intentioned human interactions can be perceived as predatory by animals, leading to fear or avoidance behaviors.

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Andrew Huberman Cast

04/28/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Dogs learn to read human emotions and behaviors through exposure, and those who live closely with humans tend to be better at interpreting human cues than those in less interactive environments.

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Chris Palmer

03/31/25

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The focus of research should shift from merely treating conditions to understanding and improving metabolic health to prevent mental health disorders.

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Andrew Huberman

03/08/21

@ Andrew Huberman

Social connection is vital for reducing long-term stress, and it can take many forms, including relationships with pets.