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Robert Sapolsky
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Understanding ourselves is perhaps the most important endeavor we can undertake.
Understanding the role of hormones can give us insight into our behavior.
Our capacity for altruism is as much a part of our biology as our capacity for violence.
When we think about morality, we often overlook the importance of context.
Empathy is not just a feeling; it is a biological necessity.
The line between good and evil is often blurred by circumstances beyond our control.
The brain is a social organ, and so a key part of being human is being social.
We are not just the product of our genes and our environment; we are the product of our history.
Some of the greatest acts of kindness and compassion are motivated by the most selfish of reasons.
We are the product of our biology, our environment, and our culture.