How to Find Your Way Around
2010-05-20
After Anne Strieber’s stroke, she found she had trouble recognizing faces and finding her way around, a problem that eventually went away. Researchers think both talents are based in our genes. This is one of the subjects she discusses with Russell Targ on Dreamland. Want to talk to Anne in person? Come meet her in Nashville in June!
Imagine that you are emerging from the subway and heading for your destination when you realize that you are going in the wrong direction. For a moment, you feel disoriented, but landmarks and the layout of the surrounding streets quickly help you pinpoint your location, and you make it to your appointment with time to spare.
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