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This is Why You’re Not Happy

The Mindset Mentor

CHAPTER

Understanding the Hedonic Treadmill and Its Impact on Happiness

This chapter delves into the hedonic treadmill, highlighting how people often return to their baseline happiness regardless of life changes. It examines the fleeting nature of happiness derived from achievements and possessions, supported by studies on lottery winners and those facing hardships.

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