Growing up, we as humans are taught right from wrong, but our circumstances still have a great impact on our choices. Circumstances dictate how we feel emotionally and what we do as a reaction. Just as Jenna Fox faced adversity through her accident, we all face challenges in our lives. It is how we recover from these harmful situations makes us human. Unlike other mammals, we stand our ground and accomplish our goals. You may say that some people do go into fight or flight mode, but in the end we are still able to survive the situation and make our lives better. For example, Jenna survives a terrible car accident but her life is forever changed. After coping with the changes, she is able to return to a life that is as normal as she could make it. …show more content…
When you have gone through trying tribulations, you will understand what it is like for your emotions to take a toll on you mentally. When you hear the constant hum of worry in your head, you will understand what it is like to be overcome with anxiety. Your emotions are high and you feel out of place. When you feel the buzz of happiness on your skin, you will know how hard it is not to act impulsively. Our emotions influence our decisions. If you are having anxiety, you may decide to drink water or take a nap to calm down. If you are excited, you may make a bad choice because of the adreneline running through you. These emotions let us know what would be the best thing to do. When you are in danger, you emotions let you know to be in high alert and watch your back. Your brain helps you decide your choices based on what is