Where Do Feelings Come From?
Hidden Brain
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The Complexity of Emotions
This chapter explores the intricate relationship between self-perception and emotional expression, revealing how individuals often misclassify their feelings. Through a mix of experiments and personal anecdotes, it illustrates how context plays a crucial role in interpreting emotions, leading to misunderstandings in emotional experiences. The discussion highlights the brain's role in constructing emotional responses based on physical sensations and situational cues, emphasizing that emotions are not merely reactions but predictions shaped by context.
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