Our genotype (or DNA sequence) gives us our potential for factors such as intelligence, speed over 100 meters, and body shape, but our experiences influence which of our potentials are realised. This combination of biology and environment is termed our phenotype. For example, we all possess certain genes for height, but if we don’t receive adequate nutrition we won’t reach our potential. Similarly, we have the potential for feeling soothed and safe in our social group, but if our experiences in such groups haven’t been positive we may develop a very watchful and untrusting way of being with
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