Mirror neuron system

The mirror neuron system consists of specialized brain cells that activate both when we perform an action and when we observe someone else doing the same action. This mirroring process helps us understand and relate to others' intentions, emotions, and actions by internally simulating their experiences. For example, watching someone smile can trigger similar neural responses in our brain as if we were smiling ourselves. The mirror neuron system is thought to play a key role in social learning, empathy, imitation, and understanding others’ behaviors, forming a neural basis for connecting with those around us.