Stardustwyn

The real problem of humanity is the following: we have Paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, and god-like technology. Edward O. Wilson, debate at the Harvard Museum of Natural History, Cambridge, Mass., 9 September 2009

Research shows that intuition originates in the nonverbal regions of our brain, particularly the basal ganglia and anterior cingulate cortex. These regions process patterns outside of our conscious awareness.

When we try to put intuitive insights into words, we often end up with rationalization rather than explanation. The verbal parts of our brain,... See more

Research has shown that this self-classification is linked to personality traits, with cat people often being more independent, creative and self-sufficient.

I’ve observed that for some people confidence is more closely associated with doing (and is dependent on their skills and performance), while for others it is related more to their felt security with others. My suspicion is that confidence gets tied up with doing when parents put a lot of emphasis on competence. When children are not shamed for

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To know others brings intelligence.

To know yourself brings wisdom.

To control others requires force.

To control yourself requires true strength.

Contentment allows wealth.

Discipline allows perseverance.

Those who stay in the center endure.

Those who die, but do not perish,

abide eternal.