The “stability system” seeks to maintain the status quo from "summary" of The Molecule of More by Daniel Z. Lieberman, MD,Michael E. Long
The stability system is like an internal thermostat, constantly working to keep things as they are. It doesn't like change, because change means uncertainty, and uncertainty can be dangerous. So, the stability system seeks to maintain the status quo, to keep everything stable and predictable. This system is deeply ingrained in our brains, a product of millions of years of evolution. It developed as a survival mechanism, helping our ancestors navigate a dangerous and unpredictable world. Back then, change could mean danger – a predator lurking in the shadows, a sudden change in the weather, a scarcity of food. So, our brains developed a powerful system to resist change and maintain stability. But in our modern world, this stability system can work against us. It can keep us stuck in unhealthy patterns, prevent us from taking risks, and hold us back from reaching our full potential. It's like a protective parent that doesn't want us to leave the nest, even when it's time...
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