PsycHacks Episode 25: "Enough" is a psychological quantity
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Aug 24, 2021 Delving into the concept of 'enough,' the podcast explores the balance between needs and wants, emphasizing contentment as the key to living abundantly.
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Enough Is A Mental Quantity
- 'Enough' is not an objective amount outside the mind and varies by person.
- The concept of enough exists internally as a psychological quantity.
Contentment Is A Willful Decision
- Contentment is a decision to perceive present circumstances as sufficient.
- That decision requires will to impose limits on unlimited desire.
Needs Versus Endless Wants
- Human needs are simple and most people already have what they need and more.
- The mind's wants are unlimited and will keep craving if left unchecked.