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Yuval Noah Harari on what history teaches us about justice and peace

Worklife with Adam Grant

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The Relationship Between Reality and Happiness

Reality is objectively improving, yet happiness remains relatively constant as it is based on individual expectations rather than circumstances. Luxuries often become necessities, leading to a perpetual cycle. Despite human advancement in power over history, translating power into happiness remains a challenge, evident by a lack of significant increase in happiness compared to the Stone Age.

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