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The Purpose of Emotions and Why We're Not Wired for Happiness with Anders Hansen

The One You Feed

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The Functional Nature of Memories and the Importance of Forgetting

This chapter explores the evolutionary purpose of memories, emphasizing their role in guiding future actions rather than just evoking nostalgia. It also examines the editable nature of memories and the paradox of forgetting, discussing how extraordinary recall can hinder everyday functioning.

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