518: Raj Raghunathan | If You're so Smart, Why Aren't You Happy?
The Art of Charm
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The Trap of Medium Maximization
In this chapter, the speaker discusses the concept of medium maximization and its impact on our pursuit of happiness. They explain how we tend to prioritize certain things, such as money, fame, and intelligence, as mediums to happiness, rather than understanding that they are just means to an end. The speaker shares a personal story about being in a glasses store and realizing how they were falling into the trap of medium maximization. They highlight the negative misconceptions about happiness and how all these factors contribute to the fundamental happiness paradox.
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