In this episode, we'll discuss the following:

The Pendulum of Desire and Satisfaction: We explore Schopenhauer’s metaphor of life as a pendulum swinging between desire and satisfaction, and how this cycle affects our perception of happiness.

Busyness as a Distraction: Learn how constant busyness can distract us from deeper questions of meaning and purpose, keeping us from truly reflecting on what we want out of life.

Paying Attention to Attention: We delve into how our patterns of attention shape our experiences and the importance of becoming aware of where our focus goes as we age.

The Art of Small Talk: Discover how balancing listening and sharing in small talk can foster meaningful connections, and why being genuinely interested in others creates better conversations.

The Risk and Reward of Love: Explore how love is a profound yet unpredictable investment, tied to vulnerability, fear of loss, and the willingness to step into the unknown for the sake of connection.

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