Seeking Pleasure vs Avoiding Pain

The universe's mechanism suggests that solely seeking pleasure and avoiding pain is ineffective. People tend to prioritize short-term gratification and pain avoidance, even though long-term satisfaction requires effort and endurance. The concept of heroin illusion is discussed, highlighting the deception between short-term pleasure and long-term satisfaction. Despite the paradox, accepting the reality and working towards long-term goals is the only way forward.