One study found that people who just thought about watching their favorite movie actually raised their endorphin levels … - Daniel Kahneman

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When an American asks for the cooperation of his fellow citizens, it is seldom refused; and I have often seen it afforded spontaneously and with great good will.

Daniel Kahneman

One study found that people who just thought about watching their favorite movie actually raised their endorphin levels by 27 percent.

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