Brain Quote by David Perkins
“In order for the brain to comprehend the heart must first listen.”
About This Quote
Source Book: How Children Learn, 1992
Understanding emotions requires first listening to the heart, then the brain can process the experience.
In simple terms: Listen to feelings before analyzing them.
Prioritize emotional awareness before rational analysis.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- teaching
- conflict resolution
- self‑reflection
- coaching
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your heart tell you before you think?
- How can you balance feeling and reasoning?
Emotions can cloud objective judgment.