Episode 39: No pain, no gain. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. Growth lies in discomfort. Pressure makes diamonds. You’ve probably heard these phrases multiple times. It’s supposed to capture the relationship between our immediate struggles with future success. Alex Lieberman (@businessbarista) talks about the psychological effects of pleasure & pain and why we make certain choices. Plus, tips on how to identify these moments to ensure you’re making the right decision for long-term pleasure. 

Timestamps:

(00:40): Intro

(08:17): The science behind it

(11:23): How does pleasure & pain show up at work?

(13:56): Identify pleasure traps

(15:45): Managing short-term pains

(17:49): Expanding your manageable pains

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Links:

• The Paradox of Pleasure | Hidden Brain Media 

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