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

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

CHAPTER

Pushing Beyond Fatigue: Exploring the Body's Energy Management

This chapter delves into the concept that humans can go beyond their perceived limits due to the body's instinct to conserve energy. It discusses the brain's monitoring of energy expenditure using the metaphor of 'ashes' and how glucose ties into self-control. The conversation also challenges psychological beliefs, such as the idea that venting anger is beneficial, and navigates through controversial societal issues like prejudices in America.

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