Summary of Matthew D. Lieberman's Social

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#1 The same relationship that can make you so happy can make life feel like it isn’t worth living when the relationship is over or a loved one has passed on. Our brains have been built to feel so much pain at the loss of a loved one.

#2 The response of social pain is a result of our brains’ evolution to experience threats to our social connections in the same way they experience physical pain. It helps ensure the survival of our children by keeping them close to us.

#3 The second presidential debate between President Ronald Reagan and challenger Walter Mondale was held on October 21, 1984. It was won by Reagan because of his comedic timing, which allowed him to carry the day. Mondale didn’t exactly have a spring chicken attitude, but viewers thought Reagan was funny because a small group of strangers in the audience thought he was funny.

#4 The brain has a network devoted to social reasoning, which is the second of the three major brain adaptations. The more someone is focused on a problem, the more that person may be likely to alienate others around him or her who could help solve the problem.

• Language: English
• Publisher: IRB Media
• Release date: Mar 22, 2022
• ISBN: 9781669365631

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Contents

Insights from Chapter 1

Insights from Chapter 2

Insights from Chapter 3

Insights from Chapter 4

Insights from Chapter 5

Insights from Chapter 1

#1

The same relationship that can make you so happy can make life feel like it isn’t worth living when the relationship is over or a loved one has passed on. Our brains have been built to feel so much pain at the loss of a loved one.

#2

The response of social pain is a result of our brains’ evolution to experience threats to our social connections in the same way they experience physical pain. It helps ensure the survival of our children by keeping them close to us.

#3

The second presidential debate between President Ronald Reagan and challenger Walter Mondale was held on October 21, 1984. It was won by Reagan because of his comedic timing, which allowed him to carry the day. Mondale didn’t exactly have a spring chicken attitude, but viewers thought Reagan was funny because a small group of strangers in the audience thought he was funny.

#4

The brain has a network devoted to social reasoning, which is the second of the three major brain adaptations. The more someone is focused on a problem, the more that person may be likely to alienate others around him or her who could help solve the problem.

#5

Our brains are designed to be influenced by others. We will come to hold the beliefs and values of those around us, and this is no exception for presidential debates.

#6

Our social nature is central to our success as a species. We have a massive blind spot for our own social wiring, however, and we operate on erroneous theories of how humans function that are hurting society.

#7

Humans have developed an unparalleled ability to understand the actions and thoughts of those around them, which allows them to stay connected and interact strategically. This capacity allows humans to create groups that can implement any idea and anticipate the needs and wants of those around them.

#8

The self is a recent evolutionary gift. It appears to be a mechanism for distinguishing us from others, but in reality, it helps us socialize with others. It operates as a powerful force for social cohesiveness.

#9

We are adapted to be highly social, but the institutions through which we live our lives are not adapted to us. We are being forced into round holes, and institutions often focus on IQ and income, missing out on the social factors that drive us.

#10

I came to the brain as an outsider, having a PhD in social psychology. I understand how intimidating the brain can be, as it is the seat of who we are and holds the keys to unlocking untold mysteries.

#11

The brain is constantly practicing something, and it is extremely