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#171 Naval Ravikant: The Angel Philosopher (2017)

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

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The Absence of Desire and Embracing the Present Moment

The absence of desire for external things leads to happiness and acceptance of the current state of things. Being present in the moment and not dwelling on the future or past results in contentment. Happiness is found in not suffering, not desiring, and not excessively thinking about the future or the past. Embracing the reality of the present moment as it is brings happiness.

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