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Cortex vs. “Reptilian” Brain. Cortex (“new brain”): modulates/tempers impulsive reactions, “thinking cap,” last to evolve, differentiates humans “Reptilian brain”: emotions, immediate reactions, controls physiological functions, evolved earlier Video clip. from “The Brain: Universe Within”.
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Cortex vs. “Reptilian” Brain • Cortex (“new brain”): modulates/tempers impulsive reactions, “thinking cap,” last to evolve, differentiates humans • “Reptilian brain”: emotions, immediate reactions, controls physiological functions, evolved earlier • Video clip
“Response Side Semantics” • My label • “Supply side economics” SUPPLY DEMAND or DEMAND = f(SUPPLY)
“Response Side Semantics” • from Psychology/Behavioral Science STIMULUS RESPONSE or RESPONSE = f(STIMULUS) (“conditioned response”)
“Response Side Semantics” • Combining the two metaphors SUPPLY(Ads,PR ...)RESPONSE(Individual) or RESPONSE(Individual) = f(SUPPLY(Ads,PR ...))
“Response Side Semantics” RESPONSE(Individual) = f(SUPPLY(Ads,PR ...)) really? • Do Ads, PR, News, etc., drive the behaviors of Individuals? • Do Individuals have any defense against the increasing “clutter” of people, companies, organizations, governments, churches, and institutions who are continually trying to influence their behaviors?
Romans 12:2 Be not conformed to this world, but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind ...
Discussion • Tony Schwartz • “The Persuaders” • “Toxic Sludge is Good for You” • Perception – ‘Reality’
P R P R Perception – Reality (?) P R P≠R or P=R or P~±R
What does this gesture ‘mean’ ? 1 2 3 4