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#690 - Michael Easter - Why Can’t Humans Do Anything In Moderation?

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Acknowledge Your Status and Lose the Game

Acknowledging the concept of status can lead to losing status, making it a challenging subject for psychologists to study. Research on status began in the 90s, initially focusing on class issues, which made it more acceptable to study. In modern times, people desire fame not necessarily for achievements but for the promise of obligation-free status, regardless of actual accomplishments.

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