Emotions affect physical wellbeing from "summary" of Passions of the Soul by René Descartes
The body and the mind are intimately connected, as Descartes argues in Passions of the Soul. Emotions, such as joy or sadness, can have a direct impact on the physical body. For example, when we feel happiness or excitement, our heart rate may increase, and we may experience a surge of energy. On the other hand, feelings of sadness or grief can lead to physical symptoms like fatigue or aches and pains.
Descartes suggests that emotions are like the body's way of responding to the mind's perceptions and beliefs. When we perceive a situation as threatening or stressful, our body may react with fear or anxiety. This can trigger a cascade of physiological responses, such as the release of stress hormones like cortisol, which can have a negativ...
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