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Stanford professor and renowned neuroscientist Dr. Robert Sapolsky explained this concept in a compelling lecture at Stanford University. Testosterone doesn’t create aggression—it amplifies what’s already within you. If you’re kind and collaborative, it can make you even more generous. If you’re naturally assertive, it heightens your confidence. But if you’re aggressive or domineering, it can intensify those tendencies. Dr. Sapolsky illustrated that testosterone works as a social mirror, magnify
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Stanford Professor Robert Sapolsky, in a fascinating lecture, revealed how hunger can sway even the most critical decisions. A study found that the biggest predictor of whether a prisoner was granted parole wasn’t the nature of the crime—it was how long it had been since the judge ate. Prisoners reviewed right after the judge’s meal had a 60% chance of parole. Four hours later, the odds dropped to nearly 0%. After lunch or a snack, the pattern repeated. This highlights a deeper biological truth:
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