Podcasts | The Economist Asks: Brené Brown

How can people preserve their mental health in the covid era?

This week we speak to Brené Brown, an American professor, author and podcaster

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THE TEXAN research professor, podcaster and adviser to CEOs explains how to preserve mental health in the covid-19 era. Anne McElvoy asks what her study of isolation shows about the effects of pandemic restrictions. She explains the effects of fear during lockdowns and how our neurobiology makes us seek a sense of control. She argues the benefits of executives showing their vulnerable side and cautions against the comforting certainties offered by politicians. And, is this a podcast, pausecast or squeezecast? Runtime: 30min

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