🔁 The Universal Rule
No matter who you are, where you live, or what you believe —
your brain follows the same basic rule:
Avoid pain. Pursue pleasure.
It’s not a philosophy.
It’s a biological program.
We move away from what hurts.
We move toward what feels good.
That’s what keeps us alive.
⚠️ The Problem Isn’t the Rule
The problem is how we define things.
Most people think:
- Pain = effort, discomfort, boredom
- Pleasure = comfort, escape, dopamine
So they avoid growth.
They chase distraction.
They numb. They scroll. They pretend.
All while wondering why life feels dull, anxious, or off.
🧠 The Compass Isn’t Broken — It’s Mislabeled
What if:
- True pain = living out of sync with who you are
- True pleasure = feeling aligned, peaceful, alive
What if:
- Facing your truth feels hard now, but heals you later
- Running away from your truth feels good now, but hurts you forever
This changes everything.
🎯 The Real Good Life
It’s still simple:
Avoid pain. Pursue pleasure.
But define them wisely.
Don’t chase distraction — chase clarity
Don’t avoid challenge — avoid regret
Don’t settle for quick hits — seek long joy
That’s the life worth living.
And once you understand this – really understand –
you don’t need motivation anymore.
You just follow a better map.
Sustainable Happiness 
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