Empathy Quote by Robert M. Sapolsky
“Hormones influencing the sensitivity of the person to environmental stimuli.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Behave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst, 2017
Hormones affect how sensitive a person is to surrounding cues
In simple terms: Hormones shape sensitivity to environment
Recognize hormonal influence on perception
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- clinical diagnosis
- stress management
- educational settings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do hormones interact with learned behavior?
- Can we mitigate hormonal bias?
Hormonal effects are not the sole determinant of behavior