Chain Of - Desire

The Chain of Desire operates on a loop of anticipation, acquisition, and eventual boredom. The "dopamine hit" occurs during the pursuit, not necessarily the possession. The thrill of the "what if." Acquisition: The brief peak of satisfaction. Adaptation: The new object becomes mundane. New Link: The search for the next thrill begins. Breaking or Embracing the Chain

Success often shifts our internal targets higher. Chain of Desire

I can expand on any of these to make the essay more targeted. The Chain of Desire operates on a loop