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E3: The Happiness Paradox: Why the Pursuit of Happiness Backfires

20 min · 5. maj 2026
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In a world of abundance, opportunity, and constant self-improvement, happiness has become something we actively chase. But what if that pursuit is actually making us more stressed, restless, and disconnected? In Episode 3, we explore the “Happiness Paradox” - the idea that the more we try to optimize and pursue happiness, the more pressure we create. This episode challenges the modern narrative of always striving for more, and instead invites a shift toward awareness, presence, and appreciating simple joy.

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