Something You Should Know

SYSK Choice: The Paradox of Passion & How Problems Can Improve Relationships

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Jun 25, 2022
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INSIGHT

Why Some Love Spicy Food

  • The pain from spicy food comes from capsaicin, which triggers dopamine release, making the experience pleasurable.
  • Building tolerance to spice involves exposure, and milk is an effective way to cool burning sensations, unlike water.
INSIGHT

The Dual Nature of Passion

  • Passion can energize and fulfill but also cause burnout, anxiety, and unethical behavior.
  • Passion for the activity itself leads to well-being, while passion for external results causes emotional fragility.
ADVICE

Don't Quit Your Day Job

  • Keep your day job while gradually building the career you are passionate about to reduce financial pressures.
  • Holding a stable income lets you take risks and be selective in developing your craft.
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