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Ep45 "Why did a man shoot himself after hearing the lottery numbers?" (Time Traveling: Part 3)

Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman

CHAPTER

Regret, Relief, and the Pain of Being Second Place

This chapter delves into the complex emotions of regret and relief, discussing how regret stems from imagining a worse reality, while relief arises when our current situation surpasses our expectations. The hosts also explore the psychological impact of winning silver instead of gold, drawing from examples like the Olympics, and share their plans for an exciting new podcast centered around the show Kirby Enthusiasm.

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