The Power of Neuroception

As mammals, we have lightning-fast systems to spot the threat cues of other people. If there are even subtle changes of a furrowed brow or an inpatient exhalation, the subtlest shift away can activate in us a loss of safety and lead to a swift activation of our sympathetic nervous system. And we wind up feeling more and more unique. Some children will even learn that abusive situations are better than no attention whatsoever.