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What Would Socrates Do?

Hidden Brain

CHAPTER

The Divided Self: Navigating Internal Conflict

This chapter explores the concept of the 'divided self,' focusing on the internal conflicts between rational decision-making and primal desires. Through philosophical insights from Plato and modern psychological theories, it illustrates how these struggles shape our daily behaviors and habits. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-knowledge and achieving harmony within oneself for a fulfilling life.

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