TAM+ Episode 29: Escaping The Happiness Trap: Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Goals

by | Jul 25, 2024 | Addicted Mind Plus, Addiction, Easy Steps, Goal Setting, Happiness, TAM+, Tips

In this episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic goals and how they affect our well-being. Have you ever felt the high of achieving a big goal, only to have that happiness fade away? This episode explores why that happens and introduces the concept of the “hedonic treadmill.” You’ll learn how extrinsic goals, like money and status, give short-term happiness but don’t last. In contrast, intrinsic goals, like personal growth and meaningful relationships, bring deeper and more lasting joy. Duane and Eric share practical tips on how to shift your focus to these intrinsic goals, cultivate gratitude, and build stronger, more fulfilling connections. They also discuss the importance of mindfulness, personal growth, and serving others in achieving true contentment. Tune in to discover how you can step off the hedonic treadmill and find real, sustainable happiness in your life.

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Key Topics 

  • The difference between extrinsic and intrinsic goals
  • Understanding the hedonic treadmill
  • How extrinsic goals lead to temporary happiness
  • The importance of intrinsic goals for lasting fulfillment
  • Practical tips to shift focus and cultivate intrinsic goals

Timestamp List

  1. [00:01:06] Introduction to the topic: Extrinsic vs. Intrinsic Goals
  2. [00:03:08] Explanation of the hedonic treadmill
  3. [00:04:20] The impact of extrinsic goals on happiness
  4. [00:07:33] Defining and understanding intrinsic goals
  5. [00:11:00] How to step off the hedonic treadmill
  6. [00:16:04] Practical tips for cultivating intrinsic goals
  7. [00:19:00] Summary and closing thoughts

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