The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Moment 93 - A Happiness Secret You Need To Know: Scott Galloway
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Jan 20, 2023 
Join Scott Galloway, a marketing professor at NYU Stern, as he shares fascinating insights on the ebb and flow of happiness throughout life. He reveals that our happiness graph resembles a smile, peaking during childhood and old age. Galloway emphasizes that experiencing unhappiness is normal and highlights how our reactions shape our life journey. He also connects personal setbacks and the challenges of parenthood to business struggles, stressing the power of self-forgiveness and growth from adversity.
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The Happiness U-Curve
- Happiness tends to follow a U-shaped curve throughout life, high in youth, dipping in middle age, and rising again in old age.
- This pattern is consistent across cultures, suggesting it's a fundamental aspect of the human experience.
The 'Shit Gets Real' Years
- The period between 25 and 45 is often marked by stress and unhappiness due to financial pressures, family responsibilities, and facing mortality.
- This is a normal part of life's journey, not a sign of personal failure.
Keep On Keeping On
- If you're unhappy in your mid-30s, don't despair; it's a normal part of life.
- Keep going, as happiness tends to increase with age.