hurl3y4456
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In my view, happiness is related to the Coolidge Effect and the adaptation of neurotransmitters. The Coolidge Effect is a requisite for evolutionary advancement. Without it, we wouldn't gain the necessary satisfaction to explore new avenues. Thus, we attain a certain level of happiness derived from solving problems....Yet the level depends on how we define our expectation, which leads to the second reason: Adaptation. Of course, our neurotransmitters adapt to our cyclic pattern of daily stimulation. If we set a high limit in regards to what is necessary to derive fulfillment or depend heavily on external validation, then we eventually adapt to the conditions emplaced. Yet, if we are content in regards to our accomplishments/pleasures and accepting of our weaknesses, then we won't adapt to such a high limit.....If we define our expectations according to some function E(t) and E(t) is monotonically increasing, then of course, the limit will be unattainable. Setting the bar high seems to desensitize our neurotransmitters over time, which in turn causes us to derive less and less happiness per event....