Psychology · 21 min
Wanting
By Luke Burgis
This episode reveals how our deepest desires are often borrowed from others, offering a path to more authentic wanting.
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Category
Psychology
Duration
21 min
What it is about
Mimetic desire, authentic living, self-awareness
Who it is for
If you've ever felt a quiet dissatisfaction after achieving a long-sought goal, this can help you understand why your desires might not be entirely your own.
The author
Drawing on the work of René Girard and his own entrepreneurial experience, Luke Burgis offers a practical, grounded perspective on how desire truly functions in our lives and in the marketplace.
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