We can adopt different states of mind that powerfully influence our emotions, thoughts, and actions, depending on specific brain circuitries.

Physical practices allow us to communicate and influence our mental state, making it easier to manage feelings.

Changing the context in which decisions are made can be more effective than trying to change people's minds directly.

When people understand they can change their emotional state and practice it, they often see significant changes in their health and biology.

When you see a behavior in someone that changes your perception of them, it can lead to an immediate shift in how you interact with them, which is more effective than trying to change your behavior through repetition.

Using sensory experiences, like touch and music, can effectively shift emotions and improve mental states, often requiring less effort than traditional emotional regulation techniques.

To change your emotional state, you need to rehearse how you will think, act, and feel in different situations to avoid defaulting back to old habits.

The emotional state of individuals, such as arousal, can significantly influence attention and decision-making processes.

Breathing is a powerful tool for shifting one's state of mind because it can be voluntarily controlled and directly affects our level of alertness.