It was an extremely informative video. Environment can certainly shape a person’s perception of self and others through negative and positive interactions. I knew the brain was powerful in determining the direction a person may take based on experience. But, the information reminds me that I have to remain sensitive to environmental changes and stimuli and the effects it has on my mental and emotional well-being.

As a teacher, I have to remain mindful that my students come from diverse backgrounds with so much positive and negative stimulus. Some of the stimulus confirms and supports the learning environment. Some of it does not.