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“Although we human adults are really good at understanding other minds, we weren't always that way. It takes children a long time to break into the system.” quote by Rebecca Saxe
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“Although we human adults are really good at understanding other minds, we weren't always that way. It takes children a long time to break into the system.”

Rebecca Saxe

About This Quote

Source Interview: Cognitive Science Discussion, 2018

Adults can infer thoughts, but children develop this skill over time through social learning.

In simple terms: Understanding others improves with age and experience.

Key Takeaway

Practice empathy and perspective‑taking.

Themes

empathy development mindreading

Mood

reflective curious

Type

educational psychological

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • education
  • teamwork
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

theory of mind social cognition neurodevelopment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How did you learn to read others' thoughts?
  • What helps children develop mindreading skills?
A Different Perspective

Children may lack the language to express insights.

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