Mirroring can also come in response to joy. You run into the house excitedly, and tell your parents about your success at gymnastics. They respond with full attention, excitement, hugs, praise, and a plan to come and watch you. The opposite response is “Now, don’t get all excited. Take it easy. Let’s wait and see if you still like it next month.” Your enthusiasm is squelched. The first approach leads to a future of self-assuredness and exuberance, the second to a future of self-doubt and shame.
