Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee How To Become Happier Today (it's easier than you think) with Mo Gawdat #275
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May 24, 2022 
Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer of Google X and bestselling author, shares his profound journey from material success to finding true happiness. He discusses how his son's tragic death sparked his mission to help others find fulfillment. The conversation explores the misconception that happiness is tied to external achievements, the importance of meaningful relationships, and the practice of intentional living. Gawdat emphasizes that happiness is a choice shaped by our perceptions and encourages listeners to embrace self-awareness and radical responsibility.
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Early Success, Early Crisis
- Mo Gawdat achieved material success by 29 but felt miserable and clinically depressed.
- He realized that hard work and success don't guarantee happiness.
The Deception of Constant Striving
- People constantly chase higher goals, never stopping to appreciate their current state.
- This constant striving leads to a feeling of emptiness and deception.
Happiness is a Default State
- Happiness is a default state; unhappiness is added.
- We cover our innate happiness with burdens and distractions, hindering our access to it.
