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#772 - Oliver Burkeman - Why Our Obsession With Productivity Is All Wrong

Modern Wisdom

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Questioning the Relationship Between Success and Happiness

The concept discussed revolves around the idea that individuals often sacrifice their happiness in pursuit of success. It is mentioned that people may compromise their freedom for the sake of achieving financial wealth, with the belief that once they attain success, they can then pursue happiness. However, the speaker questions this approach, suggesting that the pursuit of success can lead to misery, indicating a trade-off between happiness and success.

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