The 37 % rule is a way of thinking about when to settle down. It says that you should date for 12 years and then exploit the next person who's just as good or better than any one you met in that time period. The key difference between humans and other animals is our awareness of ourselves, which allows us to invent narratives we know are true but don't actually exist. You have to be willing to make sacrifices if you want this partnership to last.
In this episode, Steph and Cal dive deep into traditions, the societal defaults that shape how we think and act in the world. They start by exploring the origins of the 40-hour work week, modern alternatives, and how we can rethink the idea of retirement. In the second half of the episode, they explore how the ways in which commonly held beliefs about monogamy, love, and marriage may not set people up for the life they want to live. If you're interested in questioning the norms and designing a life that works for you, this episode is worth a listen.
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