Saturday, November 26, 2022

book: You, Happier by Daniel Amen, MD

Psychology ("software") can not run well on dysfunctional brain (hardware).

While mostly advertising his doctor's offices service, including brain imaging, that is risky on its own, there are some reasonable food and lifestyle advices in the book

You, Happier | Daniel G. Amen, MD


You-Happier-Workbook.pdf 

Dr. Daniel Amen | Amen Clinics


Brain Health Assessment by Dr. Daniel Amen | #1 Brain Type Quiz


podcast interviews with the book author

The Correlation Between Happiness & Brain Health - David Perlmutter M.D.

The Correlation Between Happiness & Brain Health - with Dr. Amen | The Empowering Neurologist EP153 - YouTube

You, Happier: Dr. Daniel Amen - YouTube by FranklinCovey


reviews / summaries

Book Review: You, Happier, by Dr. Daniel Amen | LinkedIn


You, Happier: The 7 Neuroscience Secrets of Feeling Good Based on Your Brain Type by Daniel G. Amen MD, Hardcover | Barnes & Noble®

ToC

1 The Seven Secrets to Happiness No One Is Talking About 

Part 1 The Neuroscience of Brain Types and Happiness
2 Finding Happiness in the Brain
3 An Introduction to Brain Typing
4 The Balanced Brain Type: Happy Brain Systems and Balanced Neurochemicals 
5 The Spontaneous Brain Type: The Prefrontal Cortex and Dopamine 
6 The Persistent Brain Type: The Brain's Gear Shifters and Serotonin 
7 The Sensitive Brain Type: The Limbic System and Oxytocin and Endorphins 
8 The Cautious Brain Type: The Anxiety Centers and GABA 

Part 2 The Biology of Happiness
9 Bright Minds Are Happier: 11 Essential Strategies to Optimize Your Brain for a More Positive Outlook 
10 Happy Nutraceuticals: Natural Ways to Feel Good 1
11 The You, Happier Diet: Happy Foods vs. Sad Foods 

Part 3 The Psychology of Happiness
12 Anchoring Happiness into Your Nervous System: Practices That Train Your Brain to Be Happy 
13 Positivity Bias Training: Directing Your Mind to What's Good 

Part 4 The Social Connections of Happiness
14 Happy Connections: The Neuroscience of Relationship Bliss 
15 Happiness Around the World: What Different Cultures Teach Us about Happiness 

Part 5 The Spirituality of Happiness
16 Clarity: Core Values, Purpose, and Goals in the Four Circles 

Conclusion: The Daily Journey of Happiness 
Gratitude and Appreciation 

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