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The Neuroscience Of Mentor - Mentee Relationships Brent Holman, the workers’ compensation insurance program coordinator for the University of Texas System, discusses the Neuroscience of Mentor/Mentee Relationships. The benefits of mentorship date back to ancient history, such as passing on the knowledge of how to create fire. Brent Holman explains the art of mentoring from personal experience as a mentee and mentor. He provides insights into the biggest challenges, risks of mentoring but emphasizes the value of this relationship out weighing the risk as studies show supporting others reduces stress levels, increases a sense of autonomy, social connection and happiness. He shares modern day situations and the brain’s process when experiencing the collaborative and social factors from mentorship along with the many skills and tips he’s learned from being a mentee and mentor.