AG 2025 Ep 6 The Brain Is Ancient Tech — with Ellen Petry Leanse

In this episode of Anatomical Gangster, Sue Hitzmann sits down with Ellen Petry Leanse—author, educator, and neuroscience thought leader—for a powerful conversation on the brain’s role in shaping behavior, resilience, and personal growth.With a career spanning Apple, Google, and Stanford, Ellen brings a rare blend of tech wisdom and human insight to the table. She shares how understanding the brain’s limitations and strengths can help us rewire habits, navigate stress, and reclaim agency in a fast-moving world.This episode explores:How the brain functions like ancient technology in modern lifeThe neuroscience behind behavior, habit, and resilienceEllen’s journey from Silicon Valley to psychologyPractical tools for mental clarity and emotional regulationWhy happiness is a skill—and how to train it 🎧 Tune in to discover how to take charge of your brain and program more joy into your life.📘 Check out Ellen’s book: The Happiness Hack: How to Take Charge of Your Brain and Program More Happiness Into Your Life#EllenPetryLeanse #AnatomicalGangster #Neuroscience #MentalResilience #BrainHealth #TheHappinessHack #SueHitzmann #BehaviorChange #EmotionalIntelligence #TechAndMind 

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