Somatic Marker
Damasio's concept of bodily sensations and visceral emotional feedback that guide rapid decision-making and risk assessment.
From Ancient Greek 'somatikos' (bodily), from 'soma' (body) + Middle English 'marken' (to observe, tag).
Comprehensive Usage Guide
Dual Nuance AnalysisAntonio Damasio's neurobiological hypothesis that bodily sensations (such as a racing pulse or gut tightness) steer rapid intuitive decision-making.
“A subtle somatic marker, felt as a sinking sensation in his chest, warned him to decline the suspicious investment offer.”
Listening to physiological alarm bells when walking unfamiliar urban transit corridors or vetting high-pressure commercial negotiations.
“Our scam avoidance checklist trains scouts to respect somatic markers: if an interaction triggers sudden physiological discomfort, walk away immediately.”
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