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55: What is the Pleasure Principle? feat. Rebecca Ariel Porte

Ordinary Unhappiness

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Exploring Freud's Pleasure Principle

This chapter delves into the complexities of Freud's pleasure principle, contrasting it with the reality principle and discussing the interplay between desire and aversion in the psyche. The discussion highlights the significance of the pleasure principle emerging from the un-pleasure principle and its role in mental development. Through references to literature and personal anecdotes, the hosts and expert guest provide a deep analysis of Freud's seminal concept.

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