A User's Guide to Our Emotional Thermostat (with Adam Mastroianni)

Apr 1, 2024 · 01:03:03

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Our emotional systems maintain a baseline, even for happiness.
Excessive happiness may not be beneficial.
Adam Mastroianni explores happiness levels and external influences.

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