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25: Escaping the Hedonism Trap, Tom English, TEDx MCPHS

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What's the problem with pursuing pleasure as an end in itself?

That's the question that I set about answering in my TEDx Talk, Escaping the Hedonism Trap, at TEDxMCPHS in 2020.

The story of how I sleepwalked my way into the hedonism trap, and escaped, has resonated with many who have heard it.

The world is simply too full of distractions, temptations and challenges, and our brains too malleable, to leave the governance of our lives to chance.

If what you hear in the talk resonates with you and you'd like more information on how to escape the ennui, or even misery, of the slavish pursuit of pleasure then drop me a line: [email protected].

Here's to creating a life of purpose, meaning and fulfilment in pursuing your unique version of sustainable success.

(This is a wee bonus episode between seasons 2 & 3...)

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What's the problem with pursuing pleasure as an end in itself?

That's the question that I set about answering in my TEDx Talk, Escaping the Hedonism Trap, at TEDxMCPHS in 2020.

The story of how I sleepwalked my way into the hedonism trap, and escaped, has resonated with many who have heard it.

The world is simply too full of distractions, temptations and challenges, and our brains too malleable, to leave the governance of our lives to chance.

If what you hear in the talk resonates with you and you'd like more information on how to escape the ennui, or even misery, of the slavish pursuit of pleasure then drop me a line: [email protected].

Here's to creating a life of purpose, meaning and fulfilment in pursuing your unique version of sustainable success.

(This is a wee bonus episode between seasons 2 & 3...)

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