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In today’s show, Dr. Lisle and Dr. Howk discuss some economics, politics, and this question from a listener: 

(Paraphrased due to original q length) Dear Dr’s, I was recently laid off from my job and even though I’m collecting unemployment, I still want to get another job.  I’ve applied for and received opportunities for jobs.  One offer is to work for the police as an analyst but do I really want to work for an establishment that hauls people to jail for not wearing a mask?  Another is a high tech job implementing 5G technology – I have strong opinions against 5G and think it needs more testing. I know 5G is coming whether I work on it or not, but I feel guilty putting my efforts toward it.   I  have the same sort of personal objections on the other offer. What the hell is wrong with me? I need the money and I need companionship. It is hard to get a job in this economy and I have worked so hard to get these. Why am I so confused about which job to take? Maybe I should just forget it and sit around on unemployment. 

In today’s replay of episode 205, Dr. Lisle & Dr. Howk answer the following questions:

1. My brother never does anything in moderation, for example if he starts working out, he’ll organize his life around it, stop all social drinking and the like. Then he will eventually feel empty and complain he’s burnt out. My question is, is he destined to live in this open-unstable roller-coaster ride, or can I give him some advice (perhaps Harry Browne style) that will help him find his place?

2. I’ve heard Dr. Howk talk about social media as a potential pleasure trap, and I was wondering if she could go into more depth on that. What are the circuits being hijacked? What advice would you give to a low-key social media addict?