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Roy Baumeister: Free Will, The Self, Ego, Will Power

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Endurance and Emotion: Pushing Limits

This chapter examines the idea of human endurance, discussing how people often operate at only 40% of their potential when pushed to their limits. The conversation tackles the psychology behind energy conservation, the misconceptions surrounding anger management, and the impact of social prejudices on scientific inquiry. Additionally, insights into the brain's response to rejection illuminate the complex relationship between emotional and physical pain.

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