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Why Does It Feel So Good To Be Scared?

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Step Five - We're on Edge

We experience fight or flight. Major stimuli is received by our brain, and our sympathetic nervous system kicks into gear. This is what kept the cave people away from saber-toothed lions. It's important to note that this is much different than facing real danger. And that's what makes it fun.

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