If you're spontaneously able to feel the emotion of falling in love for the first time, or that sensation of external validation, that's amazing. I can only remember that the feeling was great.
The fact that we've experienced every emotion doesn't necessarily diminish our desire to strive for greater achievements. I might find happiness doodling on a piece of paper, but I wouldn’t compare that feeling of satisfaction to the fulfillment a painter experiences after perfecting a masterpiece over months or years. Additionally, money and fame can provide a sense of freedom, offering a 'sandbox' environment where one can pursue desires freely. However, the thought experiment you mentioned, which I first heard from Alan Watts - 'Let's suppose you could dream any dream you wanted' - doesn't eliminate the natural human drive for happiness or the desire to escape suffering. While enjoying the process is important, I believe it's essential to remain grounded in reality to some extent.
If you're spontaneously able to feel the emotion of falling in love for the first time, or that sensation of external validation, that's amazing. I can only remember that the feeling was great.
The fact that we've experienced every emotion doesn't necessarily diminish our desire to strive for greater achievements. I might find happiness doodling on a piece of paper, but I wouldn’t compare that feeling of satisfaction to the fulfillment a painter experiences after perfecting a masterpiece over months or years. Additionally, money and fame can provide a sense of freedom, offering a 'sandbox' environment where one can pursue desires freely. However, the thought experiment you mentioned, which I first heard from Alan Watts - 'Let's suppose you could dream any dream you wanted' - doesn't eliminate the natural human drive for happiness or the desire to escape suffering. While enjoying the process is important, I believe it's essential to remain grounded in reality to some extent.