How do we define the Emotional Brain System?
The Emotional Brain System is designed to give us the means to cooperate socially.
It is located within the Limbic System, which sits in the middle of the brain. Its purpose is social bonding and connection. It’s significantly impacted by our relationships with colleagues and how we feel about ourselves at work.
Where does the Emotional Brain System sit in our neuroscience model?
The Emotional Brain System is located in the Limbic region of the brain and in our neuroscience model it is one of 2 brain systems linked to Happiness. In the image below you can see the Emotional Brain System sitting underneath Happiness.
What are the 2 neuroscience themes which make up the Emotional Brain System?
The 2 neuroscience themes which make up the Emotional Brain System are:
- Relationships
- Acknowledgement
How do we define Relationships?
Positive relationships sustain us emotionally and drive us at work. They need to be authentic or could easily break down.
For more information on the theme of Relationships please visit our dedicated Relationships page by clicking here.
How do we define Acknowledgement?
An area organisations regularly fall down on, acknowledgement is one of the most important human needs.
It is the feeling of being heard and an emotional validation of who we are and what we are experiencing.
For more information on the theme of Acknowledgement please visit our dedicated Acknowledgement page by clicking here.
Relationships Pre-Built Survey
To support our neuroscience model we have created a range of Pre-Built Surveys based on our neuroscience themes. To access further information regarding our Relationships Pre-Built Survey please click here.
Acknowledgement Pre-Built Survey
To access further information regarding our Acknowledgement Pre-Built Survey please click here.
How can I improve my Emotional score?
Our customers often ask us how they can improve their Emotional score so to help we’ve put an article together explaining just that. To access the article please click here.