old brain menu of options new brain thirst • reasoning · 2018. 2. 8. · brain connection...
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Brain Connection Model©
Old Brain
New Brain
Survival Instinct
“Sleeps” until somethingtriggers it to “wake up”
• Reasoning• Problem Solving• Logic
FoodExercise / ActivityDrugs / Alcohol
SexPornography
LoveInternetAction
DiversionElectronic Devices
WorkShoppingGambling
Codependency
AirThirstHungerShelterSleepReproduction
FIGHT + FLIGHT = FREEZES T R E S S R E S P O N S E
ANGER + FEAR = ANXIETYInstant Response?
Shut DownNon - Essential
Functions
Common Neurotransmitters Affected• Gaba• Endorphins• Dopamine• Serotonin
Old BrainMenu of Options
or
Delayed Gratification?HURT FEAR
SADNESS Lois Thomson-Bowersock ©