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Anatomy of Greed

Greed is like being very hungry for more and more things, but instead of food, it's wanting more money, toys, candy, or anything else you really like.

Inside our bodies, there are things called hormones that make us feel certain ways. One of these hormones is called dopamine, and it makes us feel happy and satisfied.

When we get something we want, like a toy or a piece of candy, our brain releases dopamine and we feel good. This is good because it makes us feel happy and motivated to do things.

But sometimes, people can get too focused on wanting more and more things. This is what we call greed.

When people are greedy, they want more and more things, even if they don't need them. They keep trying to get more and more, even if it makes other people sad or hurt.

Sometimes, people who are greedy can become very focused on getting what they want, and they forget about other things that are important, like being nice to their friends, being healthy, or sharing things with others.

Being greedy can be very dangerous, because it can lead to people doing bad things, like stealing or hurting other people.

It's important to remember that while it's okay to want things, it's also important to be happy with what you have and to be kind to others.
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