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Aug 2024
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3279: Getting What We Want Isn’t What We...

Justin Malik
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3279: David Cain explores the paradox of desire, illustrating how our cravings for experiences, like dining out or vacationing, often lead to disappointment rather than the joy we anticipate. He reflects ... Show More
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