Emotion only lasts in our bodies for about 90 seconds. After that, the physical reaction dissipates, UNLESS our cognitive brain kicks in and starts connecting our anger with past events.
Jill Bolte TaylorRead
The better we understand the choices we have been making, either consciously or unconsciously, the more say we will have in the world we create. Neurocircuitry may be neurocircuitry, but we don't have to run on automatic.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Understanding our choices empowers us to shape our lives intentionally.
Jill Bolte Taylor's quote emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in decision-making. By recognizing both our conscious and unconscious choices, we gain control over our actions and have the ability to create a desired reality, rather than drifting through life on autopilot. It underlines the idea that while our brain operates on certain circuits, we possess the ability to navigate our choices mindfully and intentionally.
Themes
ChoicesSelf-AwarenessEmpowermentDecision-MakingMindfulness
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational seminar discussing personal growth.
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