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post 1610793601 07-16-2020, 03:16 PM
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post 1610793871 07-16-2020, 03:18 PM
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Originally Posted By Ken-O
Learning? Learning anything you mean? Becoming good at something you werent before?

Is that what makes you the happiest? No judging btw just really curious, different people enjoy different things, maybe thats what keeps the world going
Yup well it could encompass learning just straight up knowledge, learning a skill and honing it to perfection, learning anything really. I'm constantly reading about things and trying to expand my horizons, absorb as much as possible, etc
Originally Posted By Silencespeaks
I don’t get this at all.

Learning is only useful in two circumstances:

1) to make money

2) the hard way when you learn because of something you went through or are going through

I don’t get the point of learning as a hobby.
It's not a hobby per se, it's not even a conscious "ok I need to learn something new today" thing. It's more like something new pops up in life and learning about it is extremely enjoyable, COVID-19 would be a good recent example. The pandemic hit and I was digging into past pandemics, learning about them and our responses, learning a bit about the biology behind it, etc etc.

The same thing applies to work. I'm constantly trying to learn new things, and tackling challenges leads to more learning -- all of that leads to more $$$ but it's really just on the side.

True enjoyment comes from delayed gratification when hammering away at a problem, eventually destroying it, and learning along the way. It's basically the meaning of life for me, aside from making new humans and passing those learnings on to them
post 1610793911 07-16-2020, 03:19 PM
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Originally Posted By Tomohokk
I know it sounds cliche but it's about the journey itself - not the goal

And it's okay if you don't see things this way either
I had an existential crisis at 18 where I realized that nothing mattered. There was some freedom that came about from that realization because if nothing mattered then I could truly make life whatever I wanted it to be. I actually fell into depression for several years after that, but things eventually started to turn around once I found romantic love and I guess the prospect of starting a family kind of gave me a greater sense of purpose.
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Originally Posted By MetroBrah
I had an existential crisis at 18 where I realized that nothing mattered. There was some freedom that came about from that realization because if nothing mattered then I could truly make life whatever I wanted it to be. I actually fell into depression for several years after that, but things eventually started to turn around once I found romantic love and I guess the prospect of starting a family kind of gave me a greater sense of purpose.
family really is the only thing that matters in the end. its why modern women are far more depressed than they were 60 years ago, despite having more career opportunities. feminism has destroyed womanhood and today women are turning 40, soending all that time chasing a career, and suddenly realizing what they actually needed was to be a mother
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post 1610794981 07-16-2020, 03:31 PM
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Originally Posted By JaxBrah
this. lol@anyone not wanting kids.

before kids money and sex were the basis of my happiness as well. after kids, those things are utterly meaningless.

i mean money plays a role still but now the only happiness money brings me is based on how much better it made my kids life. i couldnt give two fuks about anything material for myself.If i had the option to choose a lamborghini or a single fun-filled day with my kids that ill remember for a long time im taking the fun-filled day
Same.

My son and my dog.
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That first moment when you know you've hooked into a big bass is a pretty damn awesome/intense feeling.
post 1610795901 07-16-2020, 03:40 PM
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Originally Posted By Ken-O
Now that i think about it, the conversations i remember the most are those ive had with friends/family at 3-4am after a party/reunion, just gazing at the stars and talking about anything and everything.

Sadly those kind of conversations happen just a few dozen times a lifetime, in my experience.
It's kind of why they're so precious.

Imagine spending every night having conversations with your friends/family at 3-4am stargazing. It would be hella burdensome after a session or two.

Scarcity makes heart grow fonder.
post 1610796221 07-16-2020, 03:43 PM
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OP delivering a great thread.

I'm torn: either being in love with a women, or spending time with my family and friends. I used to be such a dink to my parents and little bro's when I was younger, and said many things I'd kill to take back. Now I love visiting them and their dogs, makes me so happy.

I would bet that being the recipient of the halo effect is up there too.... everyone just treating you well and being attracted to you because of looks. Maybe I'll see some of that when I'm done looksmaxing. Maybe not.
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post 1610796351 07-16-2020, 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted By epidox01
It's kind of why they're so precious.

Imagine spending every night having conversations with your friends/family at 3-4am stargazing. It would be hella burdensome after a session or two.

Scarcity makes heart grow fonder.
True that. Also, those kind of convos usually happen after happy/positive events, weddings, Christmas, New years eve, graduations, etc, which just make the moment better.

Still remember my HS graduation party, just my 3 best friends and i, sitting in a porch at 6 am, watching the sun coming out, sipping on some warm ass beers lmao, talking about everything we had gone trough in those 4 years together. The feels...
"The flowers bloom, then wither... The stars shine and one day become extinct. This earth, the sun, the galaxies and even the big universe, someday will be destroyed. Compared with that, the human life is only a blink, just a little time. In that short time - people are born, laugh, cry, fight, are injured, feel joy, sadness, hate someone, love someone. All in just a moment. And then, are embraced by the eternal sleep called death."
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Originally Posted By Silencespeaks
Sure but there are also millions of people with kids who place their own happiness and own priorities before their kids. And whose kids suffer because the parent is selfish.

How do you explain that then.
people do dumb **** they think will make them happy sleeping around, getting hooked on drugs booze gambling etc.

Actual human connection spouse+kids? That's been shown for thousands of years to give peoples lives meaning and happiness.
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Originally Posted By ScramFranklin
I would bet that being the recipient of the halo effect is up there too.... everyone just treating you well and being attracted to you because of looks. Maybe I'll see some of that when I'm done looksmaxing. Maybe not.
Elaborate on this my brah
"The flowers bloom, then wither... The stars shine and one day become extinct. This earth, the sun, the galaxies and even the big universe, someday will be destroyed. Compared with that, the human life is only a blink, just a little time. In that short time - people are born, laugh, cry, fight, are injured, feel joy, sadness, hate someone, love someone. All in just a moment. And then, are embraced by the eternal sleep called death."
post 1610796871 07-16-2020, 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted By Ken-O
Elaborate on this my brah
For example, a couple of my friends are really good looking. And everywhere they go, they are treated really well. Always smiling, happy, not a care in the world. Great career success despite being under qualified, girls falling in love with them every 2 seconds.

One could make the argument that people are drawn to them because they are happy, but I'd say people are drawn to them because they are very good looking, and they are so happy because of the constant positive feedback loop.
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Family. I’ve been through some rough chit (we all have) and family has always been there for me, even when I was on the other side of the world.
post 1610797151 07-16-2020, 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted By Ken-O
This is a big one as well. Being around your parents and slibings, just sharing a beer and laughing together remembering random **** from the past... thats also a feeling that will keep you warm and safe at night lol
yeah definitely and it's a really pronounced feeling, you immediately get in the moment.
Originally Posted By TypeNirvash
Oh hell yeah! Legit nothing compares!

I'll second you on the food and real genuine quality conversations. Combine both of those, and that's total peace.

Also check PMs!
Funny enough, I have moments like the above after a good meal and maybe a drink or two, but not a requirement. Must be something primal going on with having a full belly and your tribe around you.
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Originally Posted By CougarP01
When i get them both together time stands still
If only
"The flowers bloom, then wither... The stars shine and one day become extinct. This earth, the sun, the galaxies and even the big universe, someday will be destroyed. Compared with that, the human life is only a blink, just a little time. In that short time - people are born, laugh, cry, fight, are injured, feel joy, sadness, hate someone, love someone. All in just a moment. And then, are embraced by the eternal sleep called death."
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Originally Posted By Ken-O
Now that i think about it, the conversations i remember the most are those ive had with friends/family at 3-4am after a party/reunion, just gazing at the stars and talking about anything and everything.

Sadly those kind of conversations happen just a few dozen times a lifetime, in my experience.
Those are always wonderful conversations. It's been a little while since I've had one of those as well, because they only happen once in a while. They're supposed to only happen once in a while, I think. Otherwise, they wouldn't be so valuable.

I remember bumping some old school beats on the steps to a friends house after a long night of partying (and on the back end of a 2-3 day bender), I was coming down from tripping. We just sat there and chilled, in silence for a bit and smoked. Was just a good end to a wild night/weekend.
Originally Posted By CaliSuperSport
yeah definitely and it's a really pronounced feeling, you immediately get in the moment.

Funny enough, I have moments like the above after a good meal and maybe a drink or two, but not a requirement. Must be something primal going on with having a full belly and your tribe around you.
There's got to be something to why that feels so satisfying. You and your tribe are fed--with good food, no less--safe, and happy. I think there's got to be some sort of signal your body sends out that says "You've done it. Just relax and enjoy yourself now."
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Traveling and meeting/smashing local girls in those countries is definitely #1. Games and hanging with friends while fuked up is a close second.
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And before coronavirus, socializing and meeting new people and new culture. It was great to meet new friends from all over the world. Now we have to wear these fuking masks.
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Originally Posted By Silencespeaks
Love

Sex

Money

Family

Friends

Gym

Nature
Don't you ever work or have a hobby? Are you the an incel?
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For me, it boils down to connection and progression

Connection:
mentoring someone and watching them thrive
teaching my sons how to ride a bike, hit a baseball, manage money (they are 4 and 7), etc
great conversation with old friends over great scenery and a nice drink
discussing the future with my wife

Progression:
hitting a PR in the gym
finding a new hobby that you enjoy
it really just boils down to that sense of accomplishment your brain signals to your body when you do something significant (hard to explain but most people who accomplish non standard things will know what im talking about)
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Bought my dream car and it didnt make me feel that great tbh. Considering selling it already and ive had it for like two months. Nuts man. Thought it would be the best feeling ever but just not the case
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falling in love is definitely a massive high one of the best feelings in the world however these things come at a price. Also the lowest feeling when she skips out and loses interest.

for me working out, eating a good meal and having a good laugh the ones where your eyes water is probably the only reason I continue living.
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Originally Posted By HTDG
Bought my dream car and it didnt make me feel that great tbh. Considering selling it already and ive had it for like two months. Nuts man. Thought it would be the best feeling ever but just not the case
Same thing TBH. Bough a car last year, $70,000 truck, brand new. I mean its nice to drive it but i wish i had kept my old truck and just invested that money into something else. Feel like an idiot srs.

Anyway, YOLO right? Live and learn.
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falling in love is definitely a massive high one of the best feelings in the world however these things come at a price. Also the lowest feeling when she skips out and loses interest.
Yeah man, true love is a double edged sword, but im sure you agree with this: its totally worth it.
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I know the third one seems cliche and most people think that when you say it you just say it because your supposed to but spending time with my son and teaching him things is the most rewarding thing I've ever done. It's hard to explain but its just such and deep feeling satisfaction and accomplishment
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