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The passage begins with the speaker humorously acknowledging that they are bald but asserting that their confidence and assumption that all women like it serves them better than worrying about those who may be turned off by it. They emphasize that they don't need to adopt societal opinions about attractiveness and instead choose to operate with the belief that they are liked.
The speaker then discusses the mindset one should have when pursuing relationships, using an example of an older man wanting to date a younger woman. They suggest that it's about granting oneself permission and not being limited by societal norms or judgments. The concept of seeking permission from others before taking action is deemed taboo, especially for boys who are expected to defer to authority.
The passage shifts to discussing the three brains: the reptilian brain, mammalian brain, and higher brain. The reptilian brain is associated with instinctual behaviors related to survival, such as seeking food, fighting, and sex. It is portrayed as irrational and driven by reflexes and impulses. The speaker refers to a video explaining the amygdala and brainstem to support their discussion.
The passage concludes by suggesting that there is more scientific information to be explored on the topic.
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