Ep. 468: Why It’s Important to Be Polite, What Form of Gold Star You Appreciate Most, and Aims vs. Goals

We talk about why it’s valuable, not frivolous, to be polite in our

everyday interactions. We explore the different types of rewards and recognition

that people find most satisfying, such as praise-seekers and trophy-hunters, and we

also tackle the distinction between “aims” and “goals.”

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