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Feb 2025
32m 46s

7 habits of highly miserable people

Growth Mindset Psychology
About this episode

What if misery wasn’t something that happened to you—but something you unknowingly created?


We all have habits that screw us over—whether it’s blaming others, scrolling mindlessly on Instagram, or convincing ourselves that “next week” is when we’ll finally start living.


In this episode, I’m calling out the seven most toxic habits that keep people stuck in their own misery - they're probably (some) things you’re doing right now.


I’ll break down why these habits exist, how society reinforces them, and what you can do to stop being your own worst enemy.


Takeaways:

  • Why waiting for “perfect” is the ultimate excuse for staying stuck.
  • How playing the victim robs you of your power (and your future).
  • The brutal truth about self-care—and why it’s not what you think.


Ready to ditch the habits holding you back? Dig in =)



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Episode: 7 habits of highly miserable people


Chapters:

00:00 Stop screwing yourself over

01:19 Bad habit #1 - Lying to ourselves

04:22 Bad habit #2 - Procrastination

07:48 Bad habit #3 - Victimhood and avoiding responsibility

10:19 Bad habit #4 - Money

13:26 Bad habit #5 - Isolation

18:04 Bad Habit #6 - Social Media

20:48 Bad habit #7 - Ignoring real self-care

25:15 Bonus Habit - Fixed Mindset and resistant to change

26:42 Send off

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