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Are we doing what we love, or what we're told to love?
17:57 - 30:18 (12:21)
The pressure to succeed and conform can lead us to suppress our true interests and inclinations, and lead us into careers that we're not truly passionate about. However, by recognizing and embracing our inherent values and preferences, we can rediscover our passions and lead fulfilling lives.
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Students often struggle with doing things they enjoy because they have been conditioned to prioritize activities that bring them rewards or admission into elite educational institutions.
17:57 - 20:11 (02:14)
Summary
Students often struggle with doing things they enjoy because they have been conditioned to prioritize activities that bring them rewards or admission into elite educational institutions. It's important to pay attention to the things that bring personal fulfillment rather than solely focusing on achieving external success.
ChapterAre we doing what we love, or what we're told to love?
Episode#585 - Adam Mastroianni - Are Smart People Actually Happier?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The misconception of assuming that our natural tendencies are towards laziness can be tackled by creating effective time management strategies with the help of prioritization, delegating tasks and avoiding distractions.
20:11 - 23:37 (03:25)
Summary
The misconception of assuming that our natural tendencies are towards laziness can be tackled by creating effective time management strategies with the help of prioritization, delegating tasks and avoiding distractions.
ChapterAre we doing what we love, or what we're told to love?
Episode#585 - Adam Mastroianni - Are Smart People Actually Happier?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The more you allow your job to convince you that it is the way you express yourself, the easier it is for your employer to control your behaviour and convince you that working and making money is more important than having fun and enjoying life.
23:37 - 27:01 (03:24)
Summary
The more you allow your job to convince you that it is the way you express yourself, the easier it is for your employer to control your behaviour and convince you that working and making money is more important than having fun and enjoying life.
ChapterAre we doing what we love, or what we're told to love?
Episode#585 - Adam Mastroianni - Are Smart People Actually Happier?
PodcastModern Wisdom
Many people get stuck doing something they think is near their true passion but wonder why it doesn't make them happy.
27:01 - 30:18 (03:16)
Summary
Many people get stuck doing something they think is near their true passion but wonder why it doesn't make them happy. This can keep them from truly pursuing what they love.