Ancient Quote by Laura Schlessinger
“Remember that feelings or emotions emanate from the more ancient, less evolved, lower part of the human brain, while thoughts are a product of our highly evolved, uniquely human, outer part of the brain.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Radio Talk Show, 2005
Emotions arise from primitive brain regions, while thoughts stem from advanced cortical areas.
In simple terms: Feelings come from older brain; thoughts from newer brain.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the source of feelings vs. thoughts.
Themes
neuroscience
psychology
self-awareness
Mood
contemplative
analytical
Type
educational
insightful
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- stress management
- conflict resolution
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
brain anatomy
cognitive processing
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you separate feeling from reasoning?
- What practices help you engage the cortical mind?
A Different Perspective
Emotions can dominate rational decision‑making if unchecked.
