Embracing the Strive State
The Art of Manliness
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The Paradox of Striving and Happiness
This chapter explores the concept of microtransitions, the flow state, and the importance of embracing challenges in personal growth. It discusses the 'strive state' as a necessary component for meaningful achievement and critiques the overemphasis on happiness in positive psychology. Through anecdotes and interviews, the chapter highlights how fulfillment often comes not from reaching goals, but from the struggles faced along the journey.
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