Mirror neurons have interested me ever since I passed out late one night after watching two outfielders collide rather violently during a Mets game. Caitlin, my wife, was eight months pregnant at the time and everyone thought that I passed out due to the stress of impending fatherhood. I instinctually felt otherwise. After reading about mirror neurons I thought I found my explanation. Below is a link to an interesting piece from NPR.
Scientists Say Neuron Provides Ability to Mimic
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Morning Edition, July 5, 2005 · Thanks to a brain cell called a mirror neuron, watching Tiger Wood's golf swing can actually improve your golf swing. Mirror Neurons make it possible for people to learn complex motor skills simply by seeing others perform them. These neurons are also thought to be involved in empathy and early language development.
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