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We’re taught to chase happiness — to find the next thing that makes us feel good.
But what if that’s exactly what’s keeping us stuck?
The episode explores the idea that while most people chase happiness (comfort, pleasure, quick dopamine), what truly sustains and fulfills us is meaning — the sense that our efforts and struggles contribute to something bigger than ourselves.
Podge uses the myth of Sisyphus as a metaphor:
We’re all pushing boulders in life — the key is to make sure the one we’re pushing actually matters to us.
Key Insights:
1. Happiness is fleeting, meaning is lasting.
• Happiness is about feeling good in the moment.
• Meaning comes from the challenges you choose and the growth you experience.
• Meaning anchors you when life gets hard.
2. Purpose protects ...