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5 lessons on happiness — from pop fame to poisonous snakes | Mike Posner

Mar 19, 2024
Singer-songwriter Mike Posner shares 5 lessons learned during his epic walk across America, including encounters with poisonous snakes. He discusses finding happiness through personal growth and performs hit songs during the talk.
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  • Great ideas are often deemed crazy but can lead to growth and happiness.
  • Choosing to persevere through challenges leads to genuine happiness and personal growth.

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Walking Across America for Transformation

Singer-songwriter Mike Posner shares his journey of walking 3,000 miles across America, inspired by his desire to find true happiness. Despite initial doubts and career risks, he embarked on this life-changing trek, facing challenges and setbacks along the way. Posner's first lesson learned was that not all crazy ideas are great, but great ideas are crazy. By taking one step at a time and pushing through adversity, he discovered that true growth and happiness come from embracing challenges.

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