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The Pleasure Trap

Mastering the Hidden Force that Undermines Health & Happiness
Summary:

The book explores the concept that modern humans are trapped by an evolutionary mismatch, where natural desires for food, sex, and leisure lead to unhealthy excesses due to the abundance and ease of modern life. It offers insights into understanding these drives and provides strategies for overcoming the trap to achieve better health and well-being.

Key points:

1. Pleasure Trap: The book discusses the harmful cycle of seeking instant gratification through unhealthy habits like overeating or substance abuse, which release pleasure-inducing dopamine.

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