Reflection 2: Classical conditioning has helped me understand why certain sounds, smells, or places trigger emotional reactions. For instance, a specific song can instantly transport me to a memory tied to someone special, even if I haven’t heard it in years. These emotional associations form without conscious effort, and they influence how I feel and behave. Understanding this has helped me make sense of moments when I react strongly without knowing why, and it's shown me how past experiences quietly shape present behavior.