Stress and Free Will
Zebras experience acute stress that prompts immediate action, while humans grapple with persistent, ambient stress driven by our ability to reflect on the past and future. This difference can lead to anxiety disorders as we obsess over potential outcomes, raising cortisol levels. Insights from Sapolsky's work highlight the contrast between prey animals' instinctual responses and our complex cognitive processes.In this clip
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