How our relationships are changing in the age of 'artificial intimacy'

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A neuroscientist's guide to managing our emotions

Emotions sometimes feel overwhelming and debilitating — but science-backed tools can help us wrangle them. This hour, neuroscientist Ethan Kross shares research from his Emotion and Self-Control Lab. Original air date: March 7, 2025.TED Radio Hour+ listeners now get access to bon ...  Show more

How does your brain perceive the world?

Do you see images in your mind? Do you have an inner monologue? Do you have memories you swear are real? Our minds have tremendous variation. This hour, insights on how our brains construct reality. Guests include the editorial director of TED-Ed animations Alex Rosenthal, psycho ...  Show more

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