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Introducing The Happiness Lab: Build the Life You Want... Advice from Arthur Brooks and Oprah
Oprah's Super Soul
Understanding the Pursuit of Emotions and Life's Meaning
We should be grateful for our emotions, both good and bad, and not expect them to last forever. Mother nature tricks us into thinking we can keep certain emotions, possessions, or relationships forever. This leads to a constant pursuit of feelings, creating a hedonic treadmill. We cannot have more and suddenly be permanently satisfied, but this struggle provides learning and growth. The pursuit of purpose is also a significant struggle, leading to the age-old question of the meaning of life.
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