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The Compass of Pleasure

12 min read 16 min listen Narrated by Sophie
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What’s it about?

Why do we crave chocolate, fall in love, or get addicted? This book reveals the neural compass that steers all human desire—and how to use it wisely.

You’ll learn

  • Pleasure is a survival guide, not a luxury
  • All rewards share the same brain circuits
  • Addiction hijacks your natural reward system
  • Happiness ≠ pleasure; meaning matters more