Quote by Charles Darwin

The very essence of instinct is that it's followed independently of reason.

The very essence of instinct is that it's followed independe

Summary

This quote highlights the fundamental nature of instinct, which distinguishes it from rational decision-making processes. Instinct is characterized by an innate and automatic response to a particular situation, emotion, or stimuli, without the involvement of conscious reasoning or logical thinking. It implies that instinctive actions occur almost subconsciously, guided by deep-seated internal cues or primal impulses that are not subject to conscious analysis or evaluation. This explanation emphasizes the inherent spontaneity and intuitive nature of instinctive behaviors and suggests that they often operate beyond the realm of deliberate reflection or deliberate calculation.

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By Charles Darwin

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