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Exploring the Urge to Create Beauty and Pursuing Desires
George Saunders and Mike Errico discuss the urge to create beauty as a survival mechanism, emphasizing the significance of embracing one's unique abilities. The chapter reflects on the speaker's journey in understanding personal desires, questioning the value of formal education, and contemplating pursuing a master's degree while balancing multiple responsibilities. It concludes with a reflection on the 'less line,' highlighting the shift towards simplicity and the potential for greater peace and connection as individuals age.