Hidden Brain

Between Two Worlds

<p>Determination, hard work and sacrifice are core ingredients in the story of the American dream. But philosopher <a href="https://jennifermmorton.com/" target="_blank">Jennifer Morton</a> argues there is another, more painful requirement to getting ahead: a willingness to leave family and friends behind. This week, we revisit a favorite 2020 conversation about the ethical costs of upward mobility.</p><p>Make sure to listen to our episodes about the science of meditation, <a href="https://hiddenbrain.org/podcast/seeking-serenity-part-1/">Seeking Serenity: Part 1</a> and <a href="https://hiddenbrain.org/podcast/seeking-serenity-part-2/">Seeking Serenity: Part 2</a>. And if you like Hidden Brain and want more of it, please join our new podcast subscription, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hidden-brain/id1028908750?ign-itscg=30200S&amp;ign-itsct=hiddenbrain_podcasts">Hidden Brain+</a>! </p>

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