"Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom." This quote, most often attributed to Austrian ...

The startle response is a sudden, reflex-like response to an unexpected stimulus, such as a loud noise or bright light. It is an unlearned and largely unconscious defense mechanism shared by animals ...

Our actions are triggered by various internal and external signals (stimuli). These signals may occur from verbal or physical interactions, ongoing or scheduled tasks, urgent requests, reminders, ...