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Michael Easter is back!!!\nWe're diving into the complexities of human behavior in this one, from overconsumption to addiction and the factors that shape our daily choices.\nWe kick it off with pervasive nature of human consumption, delving into the wired tendency to overeat and the startling impact of heart disease as a global killer. Michael Easter highlights conditions for addiction, revealing the surprising potential for seemingly positive habits to become addictive.\nA central theme emerges\u2014the scarcity loop\u2014a behavioral cycle compelling individuals to engage in repetitive, sometimes irrational, behaviors. The parallels between the scarcity loop and social media dynamics underscore its pervasive influence in modern life.\nContrary to the emphasis on addition, Easter introduces the power of subtraction, urging listeners to consider removing excess for a more fulfilling life. Personal transformation takes center stage as Easter shares his journey to sobriety, emphasizing the importance of choosing long-term rewards over short-term comfort.\nThe conversation extends to topics like obesity, the desire for quick results, and the craving for influence and status. Quantifiable metrics, from grades to social media engagement, are explored, challenging conventional perspectives on success.\nThe episode concludes with reflections on digital media, escapism through games, and the concept of slow information. Join Michael and Ginny as they guide listeners through a captivating exploration of human behavior, encouraging introspection, change, and intentional navigation of the complexities of the modern world.\n**\nLearn more about Michael Easter here >> www.eastermichael.com\nGet your copy of Scarcity Brain here >> https://amzn.to/47BURUD\n**\nDownloads your free 1000 Hours Outside trackers here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers\nFind everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >>\xa0https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings\nOrder of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >>\xa0https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices