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Luke Burgis on Mimetic Desire and Getting What You Want in Life

The Daily Stoic

CHAPTER

Navigating Desire and Authenticity

This chapter explores the complexities of desire and competition in personal relationships, highlighting how partners can become rivals. It reflects on the balance between artistic integrity and external pressures in the context of writing, encouraging genuine expression over societal expectations. Additionally, the chapter discusses the challenges artists face in pursuing personal fulfillment amidst the pitfalls of mimetic desire and market-driven concerns.

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