In this episode, Tom Asacker, an insightful author and advisor known for his work on desire and human behavior, delves deep into the paradox of what we truly want. He explores how our conditioned desires are manipulated by marketers and societal norms, encouraging self-reflection to achieve authenticity. Tom discusses the eerie parallels between AI and human thought patterns, emphasizing the limitations of AI in providing genuine emotional support. He invites listeners to reshape their inner dialogues and examine the societal pressures that shape their motivations.