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“An emotion occurs when there are certain biological, certain experiential, and certain cognitive states which all occur simultaneously.” quote by John D. Mayer
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“An emotion occurs when there are certain biological, certain experiential, and certain cognitive states which all occur simultaneously.”

John D. Mayer

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Emotion arises when biological, experiential, and cognitive states align simultaneously.

In simple terms: Emotion needs body, mind, and experience together.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the three components of feeling.

Themes

psychology emotion biology cognition experience

Mood

reflective inquisitive

Type

theoretical educational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • education
  • self-awareness
  • mindfulness practice

Key Concepts

integrative theory state alignment

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which state dominates your feelings?
  • How can you balance them?
A Different Perspective

Emotions can be complex and overlapping.

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