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The Science Of Building The Life You Want | Arthur Brooks
10% Happier with Dan Harris
Stable and Lasting Satisfaction
To achieve stable and lasting satisfaction, focus on wanting less rather than accumulating more. Satisfaction can be understood as the ratio of what one possesses (numerator) to what one desires (denominator). Many people mistakenly pursue a strategy of increasing their possessions, driven by a desire for more money, power, pleasure, and fame. Instead, the key lies in decreasing desires and reevaluating one's goals. Consider creating a reverse bucket list, where one reflects on what to eliminate from their aspirations, fostering a sense of contentment and clarity about their true needs.
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