49 - Why We're NOT Happy Even After ACHIEVING our Goals | How to Live in the Gain with Fulfillment and Satisfaction

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Upon conquering milestones we've long aspired to reach, it's common to dwell on perceived shortcomings, overshadowing the journey and personal growth. Put simply, when we achieve big goals, we often focus too much on what we think we did wrong, which takes away from celebrating our successes and the journey we took to get there. The key is to notice and value personal growth along the way, instead of getting stuck in self-criticism.

Escape the disappointment of unrealized expectations, and tune in as Ann shares her uplifting journey to happiness and fulfillment. This episode is a guide for those wanting more but feeling inadequate—unlock the keys to realizing your true potential.

Key Points From This Episode:

1.The concept of the gap and the gain

2.Living in the “gap”

3.How do you teach yourself to live in the gain?

4.Start thinking about what you have come so far. And what you’ve gained so far from the present compared to the past instead of thinking about your future self.

5.When you’re living in the gap, you are depending on external circumstances to happen in a particular way for your happiness.

6.When you’re living in the gain, you are depending on intrinsic motivation.

7.When living in the gap, always look backward.

8.Celebrate the progress you have made.

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Resources:

• The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy
• Semi-retired MD real estate website

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