If we observe that an animal cowers or retreats when someone approaches, we call it afraid, not because we read into the animal our own private accompaniments of fear but because the public characteristics of fearful behavior are clearly represented. (p. 137)
Verbal Behavior: Extended Edition. Chapter 5: The Tact. Quote 40
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