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Akimbo: A Podcast from Seth Godin

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Risk Averse Choices Reveal True Empathy

Shopping embodies inherent risks, where the priority should be on avoiding loss over pursuing gain, highlighting the importance of making deliberate choices. Acknowledging the scarcity of resources compels individuals to prioritize replenishment over impulsive purchases. Understanding others' decisions involves recognizing their context—people are justified in their actions and beliefs based on their experiences and identity. Developing empathy means acknowledging the historical and emotional backgrounds of others, fostering respect and insight into their choices, even when they seem to reject ideas or dignity.

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