Yes, this is the simplified version of the massive role of limbic system. I explained it in an article based on my years of research into the topic. I link it here in case your readers might want to know more the emotional part of the brain.

https://medium.com/sensible-biohacking-transhumanism/heres-how-i-tame-the-limbic-system-to-regulate-my-emotions-in-10-steps-9b2ec4b609de

Thank you for sharing this insightful and engaging story.