Why Chasing a Better You Is Making You Miserable with Seth Gillihan, PhD

00:00 — Why we're wrong about self-improvement

02:45 — The hidden cost of chasing perfection

07:30 — The real location of happiness A surprising shift in perspective that could change your life.

12:15 — Self-worth sabotage How society quietly convinces us we're not enough — and what to do about it.

17:40 — Self-expansion vs. self-improvement A game-changing distinction most people miss entirely.

22:10 — The overlooked truth about worry and how to break free from it.

28:55 — Doing it scared

34:20 — Stoic practices that actually work Simple, practical tools that could transform your daily life.

40:10 — Secrets to avoiding burnout A mindset shift and daily ritual that keeps energy high.

45:00 — The closing truth