So here's the thing about happiness: the harder you chase it, the faster it runs. That's not some bumper sticker wisdom. It's basically the core finding of decades of research.
In this highlight, Drew and I get into the stuff from our original happiness episode that I think people need to hear the most. We talk about Schopenhauer's idea that happiness is le ... Show More
Apr 15
Passion, Solved: Is It Really Worth Pursuing?
Nearly 60% of American workers are checked out at their jobs. Meanwhile, every graduation speech in history tells you to follow your passion and you'll never work a day in your life. So which is it? In this episode, Drew and I debate both sides. I argue for passion. He argues for ... Show More
2h 9m
Apr 1
Self-Help, Solved
We pulled over 2,600 studies and ranked 19 of the most common self-improvement techniques across three dimensions: research quality, consistency of results, and actual effect size. Then we sorted them into four tiers: legitimately works, works sometimes, probably not helping, and ... Show More
2h 10m
Nov 2024
How To Master Your Emotions And Build MASSIVE Resilience | Ed Mylett
How to Master Your Emotions and Build Massive Resilience! What’s the secret to staying calm, focused, and resilient in the face of life’s challenges? In this episode, I’m bringing together some of the most profound minds in personal growth and emotional mastery to answer that ver ... Show More
1h 35m
Feb 2025
333 - 4 Key Factors That Determine How You Handle Hardship with Dr. Neeta Bhushan
<p>For us high-achievers, we often think of resilience as <em>pushing through,</em> <em>powering on,</em> and <em>handling it all.</em> </p><p>But what if true resilience isn’t about white-knuckling your way through hardship—but about allowing yourself to soften, heal, and bounce ... Show More
46m 26s
Aug 2024
The Secret To Becoming Mentally Strong
<p>Today we're diving deep into what it really takes to become mentally strong and build the life you've always wanted. We’ll explore how to differentiate between pain and suffering, and how embracing discomfort—whether physical, mental, or emotional—can actually be your biggest ... Show More
20m 30s
Oct 2024
#622: How To Never Give Up: Building Mental Toughness in 3 Steps
Do you want to know the secret to overcoming any obstacle that comes your way? It's not talent, luck, or resources - it's GRIT, or mental toughness! In this podcast, I'm coaching on the power of grit and how it can help you develop the resilience and determination you need to ac ... Show More
32m 30s
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