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#430 How To Live A Happy and Contented Life, Why Wealth Is Nothing To Do With Money & Why Hacks Don’t Work with Morgan Housel

Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

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Exploring Extreme Social Comparisons and Unrealistic Goals

Humans tend to adopt black or white thinking when setting goals, either aiming for perfection or neglecting improvement altogether. This mentality results from comparing ourselves to individuals who are significantly ahead of us, whether in health, wealth, or other aspects. Such extreme social comparisons lead to setting unrealistic and overly ambitious goals, such as desiring to be like a supermodel when overweight or a billionaire when financially struggling. Focusing on role models who are just slightly ahead can be more beneficial, as achieving these incremental goals provides a sense of accomplishment and motivation to keep progressing. Small, attainable goals lead to incremental successes, fostering momentum, while excessively lofty goals may lead to frustration and lack of motivation.

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