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#139 Laurie Santos: The Pursuit of Happiness

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

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The Power of Negative Visualization

The ancient stoics practiced negative visualization, which involved briefly imagining a day without all the good things in life. This exercise helped reset their perspective and appreciate the positive aspects of their lives. Stops Hedonic Adaptation.

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