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Why Chasing Pleasure Isn’t Enough: Plato’s Key to Achieving Happiness
This isn’t an episode about becoming more like Plato. It’s about becoming more like yourself, your best self. Plato simply offers you a map. Why do so many pleasures leave us feeling empty? For over 2,400 years, Plato’s answer has challenged everything we think we know about happiness. In this episode, we will explore one of philosophy’s most surprising insights: Pleasure and happiness are not the same thing. Some pleasures enrich our lives, while others quietly undermine them. Why does chasing what feels good so often leave us wanting more? Why can discomfort sometimes become our greatest…
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