Emotions and the Brain with Mark Solms

An introduction to Mind Body Spirit University and the topics covered in the interview.

Leanne Whitney introduces herself as the guest host working alongside Jeffrey Mishlove and Mark Solms.

Mark Solms' background as a neuropsychologist and his journey into the field.

Mark Solms' transition from neuropsychology to psychoanalytic therapy due to the limitations of neuropsychology.

Mark Solms' collaboration with Jaak Panksepp in affective neuroscience.

Explanation of the seven primal emotional affects identified by Jaak Panksepp.

The influence of emotional affects on behavior and relationships.

Discussion on the significance of play in social interactions and conflict resolution.

Exploration of the affect of seeking and its role in curiosity and learning.

Comparison of homeostasis in biological sense and Nirvana in psychological and spiritual terms.

Discussion on the brain generating affect, specifically focusing on the upper brain stem and the reticular activating system.

Exploration of the importance of affect in consciousness and how the whole concept of consciousness collapses without it.

Observations on animal species and their emotions, highlighting their emotional capacity despite lacking conscious perceptions.

Explanation of how animals process information unconsciously from stimuli like touch without conscious perception.

Reflecting on the development and future direction of consciousness studies, affective neuroscience, and depth psychology.

Discussion on the central role of depth psychology in neuroscience and the insights it provides into the depths of the mind.

Exploration of neuropsychoanalysis and the integration of neuroscientific and psychological perspectives on the mind.

Acknowledgment of progress in research and the optimism for future advancements in understanding the mind.

Expressing gratitude for the audience's support, openness, and engagement in exploring shared interests.

Promotion of the New Thinking Allowed magazine and the ongoing offerings at the Center for Transformation and Integration.