

Ep64 "Why do familiar things lose their shine (& what can we do about it)? "
35 snips Jun 24, 2024
Join David Eagleman and cognitive neuroscientist Tali Sharot as they discuss why familiar things lose their shine over time. They explore concepts like habituation, repetition suppression, anticipation, and the value of variety in maintaining joy. Discover strategies to combat habituation and keep relationships, work, and daily experiences fresh and exciting.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Decline in Excitement for Familiar Things
01:39 • 4min
The Brain's Response to Familiar Stimuli: Habituation and Repetition Suppression
05:16 • 20min
Maintaining Interest in Familiar Things
25:27 • 5min
Enhancing Joy through Anticipation and Variety
30:54 • 9min
Maintaining Attraction and Interest in Relationships
40:21 • 8min
The Impact of Habituation on Happiness
48:01 • 9min
Innovating Through Fresh Perspectives
57:04 • 7min