Did you know that the left and right hemispheres of your brain take turns leading the way—roughly every 90 minutes? It’s true. One side dominates, then yields to the other in a quiet, natural rhythm.
This matters more than you might think—especially when you're in a tense situation or need to settle a disagreement.
Here’s the trick:
If a conversation starts to get heated, and diplomacy seems out of reach, don’t push through it. Politely excuse yourself. Take a walk. Splash water on your face. Come back in about an hour.
Why? Because by then, your brain’s leadership may have shifted to the other hemisphere—offering a fresh perspective, better language, or a calmer emotional state. The other person’s brain may have shifted, too.
Bottom line:
Don’t force your brain to negotiate when it’s in the wrong mode. Let time and biology work for you. Wait for the switch. You might be surprised how much easier things get.
Let me know if you'd like a printable version or a sketch to go with it!Certainly! Here's a short blog post you can use on your website or social media:
How to Avoid a Fight: Let Your Brain Switch Sides
Did you know that the left and right hemispheres of your brain take turns leading the way—roughly every 90 minutes? It’s true. One side dominates, then yields to the other in a quiet, natural rhythm.
This matters more than you might think—especially when you're in a tense situation or need to settle a disagreement.
Here’s the trick:
If a conversation starts to get heated, and diplomacy seems out of reach, don’t push through it. Politely excuse yourself. Take a walk. Splash water on your face. Come back in about an hour.
Why? Because by then, your brain’s leadership may have shifted to the other hemisphere—offering a fresh perspective, better language, or a calmer emotional state. The other person’s brain may have shifted, too.
Bottom line:
Don’t force your brain to negotiate when it’s in the wrong mode. Let time and biology work for you. Wait for the switch. You might be surprised how much easier things get.
Let me know if you'd like a printable version or a sketch to go with it!Certainly! Here's a short blog post you can use on your website or social media:
How to Avoid a Fight: Let Your Brain Switch Sides
Did you know that the left and right hemispheres of your brain take turns leading the way—roughly every 90 minutes? It’s true. One side dominates, then yields to the other in a quiet, natural rhythm.
This matters more than you might think—especially when you're in a tense situation or need to settle a disagreement.
Here’s the trick:
If a conversation starts to get heated, and diplomacy seems out of reach, don’t push through it. Politely excuse yourself. Take a walk. Splash water on your face. Come back in about an hour.
Why? Because by then, your brain’s leadership may have shifted to the other hemisphere—offering a fresh perspective, better language, or a calmer emotional state. The other person’s brain may have shifted, too.
Bottom line:
Don’t force your brain to negotiate when it’s in the wrong mode. Let time and biology work for you. Wait for the switch. You might be surprised how much easier things get.
Let me know if you'd like a printable version or a sketch to go with it!