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Understanding Happiness and Sadness
The speaker discusses the nature of happiness and sadness, stating that happiness is often only recognized in its absence and that we are often most conscious of it during high and low points in life. He also mentions Maslow's hierarchy of needs in relation to happiness.
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This podcast episode delves into the emotional state of feeling down or blue in your 20s, providing psychological explanations and encouragement for listeners going through similar experiences.
01:51 - 09:14 (07:23)
Summary
This podcast episode delves into the emotional state of feeling down or blue in your 20s, providing psychological explanations and encouragement for listeners going through similar experiences.
ChapterUnderstanding Happiness and Sadness
Episode56. Why am I so unhappy?
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
The subjective nature of happiness makes it incredibly difficult to define, and although material possessions don't contribute to long-term happiness, many of us still believe they do.
09:14 - 11:05 (01:50)
Summary
The subjective nature of happiness makes it incredibly difficult to define, and although material possessions don't contribute to long-term happiness, many of us still believe they do. Additionally, happiness is challenging to artificially create.
ChapterUnderstanding Happiness and Sadness
Episode56. Why am I so unhappy?
PodcastThe Psychology of your 20’s
The speaker discusses how Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs can help us understand what motivates people to achieve sustainable happiness, and why material aspects alone are not enough.
11:05 - 14:33 (03:28)
Summary
The speaker discusses how Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs can help us understand what motivates people to achieve sustainable happiness, and why material aspects alone are not enough.