#2 Neuroscientist Shane O'Mara - Walking, Creativity and Dopamine

Dr Shane O' Mara is a Neuroscientist and professor of
Experimental Brain Research in Trinity College Dublin.





Dr O' Mara's academic research concerns the brain systems
supporting learning and memory, and how they are affected by
stress and depression; He has also explored the intersection of
psychology and neuroscience with policy, evidence-based
policy-making and related areas.






04:11 The Under-Walking Epidemic


11:26 The Impact of Standing Desks


13:52 Walking Treadmills vs. Outdoor Walking


30:08 Long-Distance Endurance Walking


32:44 Walking and All-Cause Mortality


34:40 Walking and Mental Health


47:51 The Link Between Walking and Creativity


55:44 The Role of the Default Mode Network in
Creative Thinking


59:30 The Importance of Preparation and
Incubation in Problem-Solving


01:03:37 The Power of Experimentation in
Finding Innovative Solutions


01:08:24 Balancing Task Focus and End-State
Focus for Effective Problem-Solving


01:10:32 Creating Space for Creative Thinking


01:13:55 Challenging Attention Span Claims


01:17:33 Adaptability to New Technologies


01:23:44 The Complex Relationship with Social
Media


01:36:52 The Power of Walking


01:44:03 Tips for Walking More