Modern Craftsman The Hedonic Treadmill in the Trades
Tyler digs into hedonic adaptation—our tendency to bounce back to a baseline happiness no matter how big the win—and shows how that “never enough” mindset is baked into trades culture. Through real-world examples and simple frameworks, he challenges listeners to redefine success and find lasting contentment beyond the next milestone.
Show Notes:
00:00 – Intro & Why We Keep Chasing 02:45 – Defining the Hedonic Treadmill 06:20 – Trades Culture: Always Wanting More 10:35 – When We Move the Goalposts 14:10 – Identity vs. Productivity 18:05 – What “Enough” Really Looks Like 21:30 – Practical Steps Toward Contentment
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