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The Balance of Happiness and Meaning W/ Chris Williamson #368
Aubrey Marcus Podcast
The Experiment with Starving Mice and Desire
In an experiment using starving mice, researchers found that the mice not only moved towards something they desired (cheese) but also away from something they feared (the smell of a cat). This illustrates the concept that desire is not only about pursuing what we want but also about avoiding what we fear. The blend of forward-facing desire with a fear of the consequences of inaction can drive us to make the most of our lives and fulfill our potential, even when it requires going against our instincts or societal expectations.
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