Ever notice how you just can't stop comparing yourself to other people, even when you know it makes you miserable?

There is a reason for that, and it has nothing to do with social media, your childhood trauma, or even some defect in your personality.

It's because your brain works exactly like a goat's. I know that sounds

a little crazy, but stick with me. Because understanding this one piece of mammal brain science

explains why you scroll Instagram feeling inadequate, why you can't stop reaching for that thing

that you swore you'd quit, why happiness never seems to stick around as long as you wanted to.

We spend so much energy trying to fix ourselves, trying to stop comparing,

trying to feel content, trying to be happy all the damn time.

But what if the problem isn't you?

What if your brain is just doing exactly what it evolved to do?

When you compare and perceive yourself in a position of strength, your brain releases a little bit of

serotonin. It feels good. It only lasts for a few minutes and we're not meant to have it all the

time. Because like I said

then animals would get into fights if they always went around thinking that they were the hot shot

so it's only meant for that one little moment when it's appropriate your brain isn't broken

it's just ancient the same wiring that helped our ancestors

survive is now making us feel like crap because someone else's house looks better on Instagram.

Buddhist monks actually figured this out centuries ago. They call it Tana, this endless

craving that never satisfies.

They understood that suffering comes from expecting permanent happiness from temporary things.

And now neuroscience is proving them right.

We're running on the same brain chemistry as every other mammal.

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