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#344 - Luke Burgis - Mimetic Desire: Why Do We Want?
Modern Wisdom
Unraveling Mimetic Desire
This chapter explores the concept of mimetic desire, emphasizing how our wants are largely shaped by the desires of others, notably through social media. It contrasts innate biological needs with socially influenced desires, suggesting that much of what we aspire to is not purely personal but rooted in imitation and social context. The discussion also examines the implications of this phenomenon on behavior, relationships, and self-perception, highlighting its presence from childhood to adulthood.
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