Bruce Miller & Virginia Sturm on Why the Social Brain Holds the Key to Our Humanity

<p>In Episode 658 of <em>Passion Struck</em>, host John R. Miles sits down with renowned neuroscientists Dr. Bruce Miller and Dr. Virginia Sturm, co-authors of the book "<a href="https://amzn.to/47k9LCD" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mysteries of the Social Brain</a>," to explore their groundbreaking work on the social brain. Together, they explore how empathy, fairness, altruism, and connection are not just cultural ideals but are also hardwired into our neural architecture. From the role of specific brain networks in shaping moral behavior to how purpose and creativity emerge from our capacity to connect, this conversation redefines what it means to be human. Bruce and Virginia also share insights into how understanding the social brain can help us combat loneliness, strengthen relationships, and build cultures where people truly matter.</p><p><a href="https://passionstruck.com/bruce-miller-and-virginia-sturm-the-social-brain/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Visit this link for the full show notes</strong></a></p><p><strong>Go Deeper: The Ignited Life Substack</strong></p><p>If this episode stirred something in you, The Ignited Life is where the transformation continues. Each week, I share behind-the-scenes insights, science-backed tools, and personal reflections to help you turn intention into action.</p><p><a href="https://www.theignitedlife.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe</a>🔗&nbsp;&nbsp;and get the companion resources delivered straight to your inbox.</p><p>Catch more of Virginia and Bruce: <a href="https://amzn.to/47k9LCD" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/47k9LCD</a></p><p>If you liked the show, please leave us a review—it only takes a moment and helps us reach more people! Don’t forget to include your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally.</p><p>Get the full companion workbook at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theignitedlife.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TheIgnitedLife.net</a></p><p>Full episode on YouTube:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRMiles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRMiles</a></p><p>Listen on Apple Podcasts,&nbsp;<a href="https://spotify.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or wherever you get your podcasts</p><p>Everyone deserves to feel valued and important. Show it by wearing it:&nbsp;<a href="https://startmattering.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://startmattering.com/</a></p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>