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