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12. Derren Brown — Magic, Happiness, and Skepticism

The Michael Shermer Show

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Embrace natural unhappiness and find peace in the flow of life

The concept of not trying to control everything, accepting fortune and fate, and embracing natural unhappiness is highlighted. Instead of solely focusing on setting goals and controlling outcomes, there is value in making peace with life's inherent challenges and frustrations. The idea of finding happiness in the flow of life, where wisdom and challenges intersect, is emphasized as a potent concept.

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