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348. Greatest Hits: How to Know What You Want

UnF*ck Your Brain: Feminist Self-Help for Everyone

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Understanding True Desires and Wants

People often struggle to identify what they truly want because they are influenced by societal expectations and thoughts about what they should do or what others expect from them. This confusion arises from the belief that all thoughts are optional, leading to questions about the authenticity of their desires. The key is to differentiate between wanting something to feel differently and wanting it for its intrinsic value. True desires should not be driven by the need to control external perceptions but should stem from genuine personal inclinations and interests.

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