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9 Systems To Build A Life Of Abundance - Sahil Bloom

Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal

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Deferred Happiness Syndrome & Time/Happiness Discounting

Humans tend to delay happiness by thinking they'll do enjoyable things in the future when they reach certain milestones, but in reality, they often end up not doing them at all. Time and happiness are discounted, with future time being worth less than today. Postponing experiences like traveling can lessen their enjoyment as age progresses. Making decisions based on career advancement at the cost of personal experiences can lead to regrets, as opportunities for certain experiences diminish with time. It's crucial to seize the moment for personal fulfillment without succumbing to the belief that opportunities can always be revisited later in life.

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