Daphne’s Reviews > Intelligence in the Flesh: Why Your Mind Needs Your Body Much More Than It Thinks > Status Update

“Interestingly, these so-called C-afferent neurons take a different route to the brain, joining up with afferent fibres from the visceral core of the body, and thus acquiring a strong emotional tone to do with affection and security. We have a whole network of nerves designed to tell us when we are in touch with another human being who is safe and nurturing.”

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