Can a circus performance reveal the psychological power of awe?
In short: Neuroscientist Beau Lotto explores the profound benefits of awe through a unique collaboration with Cirque du Soleil, combining scientific research with live performance.
In this TED talk, Beau Lotto presents findings from an ambitious study conducted alongside Cirque du Soleil. The presentation examines how the emotion of awe influences our psychology and behavior, illustrated by a live spectacle created by the dancers.
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