LOCATION 5
FLIP YOUR LID
WHAT IS HAPPENING IN YOUR BRAIN WHEN YOU LOSE YOUR TEMPER?
The Science
Anger is a stress response that kicks in when the body senses it is in danger.
Your brain has two main parts. The first is the rational brain (the prefrontal cortex) which is responsible for decision-making and problem-solving. The second part is the emotional brain, which includes the amygdala that acts as a guard dog to help protect you when threatened—by preparing your body to fight or flee.
Anger manifests as a physical response when the brain believes you can defeat the perceived threat by attacking the source. Powerful emotions can put you in fight mode and why we need to develop healthy outlets in order to express those emotions.
The Calming Technique:
Take A Brain Break
When your blood starts to boil, try changing your surroundings. But what if you can't leave the physical space? Try to calm your mind by using this visualization technique:
Picture yourself in a relaxing place, like your favorite camping spot.
Imagine what it looks like from all angles.
Maybe you see a rainbow or path in a deep green forest.
What smells can you notice?
What sounds would you hear?
Consider the temperature of the environment and the time of day.
Explore the space in your mind using all your senses to capture the scene.
Source: Mayoclinic.org
READY TO HUNT FOR OTHER LOCATIONS?
SEE THE LOCATION CLUES BELOW
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CLUE 1: Find the Bug Hunt HQ to create an art piece that expands your emotional competence. ===========================
CLUE 2: LAENR EHT WPHROOKS
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CLUE 3: The BRAIN - Contemporary Calgary
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CLUE 1: A place to dive into YYC's finest blend of art and science, meet innovative creators, and support local businesses.
===========================CLUE 2: BRINA ZAAABR
===========================CLUE 3: TOUCH - Millennium Park
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CLUE 1: Home to a specialty drink that is an ode to the spirit of Beakerhead.
===========================CLUE 2: KRBEAE RAB
===========================CLUE 3: SEE - Millennium Park
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CLUE 1: This location promises to treat interstellar adventurers with otherworldly bites.
===========================CLUE 2: EKBRAE ASET
===========================CLUE 3: TASTE – 11 Street SW
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CLUE 1: Where you can marvel at Mapping the OctoOdyssey and more. ===========================
CLUE 2: EMDRA TEH GOOTTR
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CLUE 3: The BRAIN - Contemporary Calgary
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