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The Developing Mind: How Relationships and the Brain Interact to Shape Who We Are

Book by Daniel J. Siegel · 4 quotes · Brain, Mind, Communication

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The Developing Mind: How Relationships and the Brain Interact to Shape Who We Are Quotes

“Interpersonal experience shapes the mind as it continues to develop throughout the lifespan... Interactions with the environment, especially relationships with other people, directly shape the development of the brain's structure and function.”

“We must keep in mind that only a part of memory can be translated into the language-based packets of information people use to tell their life stories to others. Learning to be open to many layers of communication is a fundamental part of getting to know another person's life.”