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395. Difficult Conversation as the Precondition to Progress | Adam Smith

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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Two Approaches to Stability: Negotiation and Comparative Status

Negotiating a settlement voluntarily can lead to psychological and social stability, allowing individuals to go their separate ways with minimal supervision. Alternatively, attaining comparative status can elevate one's status and increase serotonin levels, reducing negative emotions. This conflict between different approaches to problem-solving stems from the constant desire to obtain comparative status without putting in the necessary effort.

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