Consider this when making decisions that involve experiences, like a vacation, concert, or restaurants.
The social pleasures have a different appeal.
When we have extraordinary moments, we typically experience significant nonsocial pleasure.
Your friends may be quiet as you talk about bungee jumping off a cliff.
They aren’t necessarily jealous.
They’re just finding it difficult to relate to.
That’s not to say extraordinary moments are all inherently difficult to relate to.
Similarly, not all ordinary moments are relatable.
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