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Finding Meaning in Life's Little Moments
2:14:45 - 2:22:36 (07:51)
Sometimes, the meaning of life is found in the small things, like a weed poking out of a crack in the sidewalk. Making an impact on someone else's body budget through acts of care and love can also bring meaning to life.
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In this podcast, a neuroscientist discusses the complex topic of love and relationships, including the wiring of the brain to manage one's body budget from birth and the complexities of romantic love.
2:14:45 - 2:15:58 (01:13)
Summary
In this podcast, a neuroscientist discusses the complex topic of love and relationships, including the wiring of the brain to manage one's body budget from birth and the complexities of romantic love.
ChapterFinding Meaning in Life's Little Moments
Episode#129 – Lisa Feldman Barrett: Counterintuitive Ideas About How the Brain Works
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
We evolved as a socially dependent species, meaning we cannot manage our body budget on our own without paying a tax that can result in metabolic illnesses later in life such as heart disease, diabetes, and depression.
2:15:59 - 2:20:04 (04:04)
Summary
We evolved as a socially dependent species, meaning we cannot manage our body budget on our own without paying a tax that can result in metabolic illnesses later in life such as heart disease, diabetes, and depression.
ChapterFinding Meaning in Life's Little Moments
Episode#129 – Lisa Feldman Barrett: Counterintuitive Ideas About How the Brain Works
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Sometimes the meaning of life is found in small things like nature or helping others, as it allows individuals to be fully immersed in the moment, despite the reality that they may experience difficult times.
2:20:04 - 2:22:36 (02:32)
Summary
Sometimes the meaning of life is found in small things like nature or helping others, as it allows individuals to be fully immersed in the moment, despite the reality that they may experience difficult times.