Once upon a time – or more accurately, every day in modern life – humans invented (and invent) new ways to make themselves busier. It wasn’t enough to merely “be.” Meeting our basic needs only unlocked the next level of human ambition: new things to want, more gadgets to buy, an endless stream of productivity […]
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From the start of unrecorded history humanity sought the favor of gods, the blessings of kings, and the wisdom of philosophers or (false) prophets. Now, in the age of data and dopamine, we have narrowed our aspirations to a single, radiant goal: happiness. Not merely the occasional joy of a fine wine or a clever
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Picture yourself by a river. The water flows calmly, the sun warms your skin, and everything feels peaceful—until a bird swoops down and snatches your sandwich. This, according to Taoism, is life. The river keeps flowing, the bird gets its lunch, and you? You’re left to laugh and accept that things don’t always go your
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