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Oct 11
17m 13s

1288: The Smell of Memory: Why a Scent C...

GINA RYAN
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In today's episode, Gina shares more knowledge about the importance of scent and aroma in our lives and our anxiety recovery. In particular, the connection between scent, memory, emotion (and anxiety) is discussed. The Proust phenomenon in particular is discussed: how scents can trigger intense autobiographical memories from our past and bring back past expe ... Show More
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