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293. Why are we never happy with what we have?
Manage episode 480848669 series 3405968
Why does satisfaction always feel just out of reach? You get the job, then you want the promotion. You buy the item of clothing, then the buzz wears off. There is always something MORE on the horizon. In today’s episode, we explore the psychology behind our constant craving for more - more success, more validation, more things - and why what we already have never feels like enough. Things we discuss:
Why your brain is wired for "more, more, more"
The Hedonic Treadmill
- The problem with "when...then" thinking
The success void that follows meeting our goals
- The guilt spiral
Capitalism, consumerism, and curated online lives
What real, sustainable happiness looks like
If you’ve ever thought “I should be happy…so why am I not?”—this episode is for you. Listen now!
ORDER MY BOOK: https://www.psychologyofyour20s.com/general-clean
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast
For business: [email protected]
The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
296 episodes
Manage episode 480848669 series 3405968
Why does satisfaction always feel just out of reach? You get the job, then you want the promotion. You buy the item of clothing, then the buzz wears off. There is always something MORE on the horizon. In today’s episode, we explore the psychology behind our constant craving for more - more success, more validation, more things - and why what we already have never feels like enough. Things we discuss:
Why your brain is wired for "more, more, more"
The Hedonic Treadmill
- The problem with "when...then" thinking
The success void that follows meeting our goals
- The guilt spiral
Capitalism, consumerism, and curated online lives
What real, sustainable happiness looks like
If you’ve ever thought “I should be happy…so why am I not?”—this episode is for you. Listen now!
ORDER MY BOOK: https://www.psychologyofyour20s.com/general-clean
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast
For business: [email protected]
The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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