Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement

8 questions to build long term happiness

Jul 17, 2023
Explore the psychology of happiness and purpose, and learn how to build them through self-reflection. Dive into the importance of long-term thinking, energizing work, and decision-making. Discover the significance of prioritizing our actions based on our long-term goals in various aspects of life.
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INSIGHT

Tunnel Vision in Human Life

  • Human focus is naturally tunnel-visioned on the present moment in time with peripheral awareness only.
  • This restricts clear consciousness to one thing at a time, shaping how we experience life.
INSIGHT

Trap of Now-ish Thinking

  • Most worries are about 'now-ish' future events like tomorrow or next week, not long-term.
  • Focusing on such short-term concerns can overshadow living happily in the present moment.
ADVICE

Adopt 30-Year Thinking

  • Use 30-year thinking to evaluate whether your daily habits, work, and hobbies align with your long-term self.
  • Prioritize tasks that energize you and contribute to mastery over fleeting, draining efforts.
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