Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement 2806: Live an Interesting Life (Not Just a Happy One) by Mike of This Evergreen Home on Making Good Life Choices
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Jun 22, 2023 
Mike, host of This EverGreen Home, discusses why living an interesting life is more important than just being happy. He explores the benefits of embracing boredom, cultivating curiosity, and finding fulfillment in new experiences. The speaker emphasizes the value of personal growth and shares practical tips on staying interested in life.
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Boredom as a Life Signal
- Boredom signals a desire to be interested, which is a sign of life and health.
- The issue is satisfying this desire with shallow distractions rather than meaningful engagement.
Prioritize Interesting Life Over Happiness
- Pursuing happiness directly is often self-conscious and can lead off track.
- Leading an interesting life aligned with love and responsibility is a better focus, with happiness as a byproduct.
Boredom Undermines Gratitude
- Boredom undermines gratitude, a vital yet underrated value for contentment.
- Living an interesting life combats boredom and fosters gratitude and happiness.