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S34 E3: "Useful Delusions: The Power and Paradox of the Self-Deceiving Brain" by Shankar Vedantam & Bill Mesler

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They discuss how delusional beliefs about our loved ones contribute to happiness and satisfaction in relationships. They explore the idea that seeing our partners as more positive than they truly are is essential for our contentment.

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