Why are so many people unhappy... even when they have everything they thought they wanted?

You have the career, the relationship, the house, the family—or maybe you're still chasing those things—but somehow, something still feels missing.

Why?

In this eye-opening episode of Human & Aware, Sarah Hawkins and Skye McCarthy explore the psychology of happiness and the deeper reasons so many people feel anxious, disconnected, unfulfilled, or stuck in modern life.

Together, they unpack:

• Why success doesn't always lead to happiness

• Childhood conditioning and the beliefs we inherit

• The hidden impact of social expectations

• Why so many people feel disconnected from themselves

• The difference between external achievement and inner fulfilment

• The psychology behind purpose, meaning, and lasting happiness

• How spirituality and self-awareness can help you reconnect with who you truly are

Have we been chasing someone else's definition of success?

Are we living the life we genuinely want... or the life we were taught we should want?

This conversation isn't about positive thinking or pretending life is perfect. It's about asking the deeper questions that many of us avoid—and discovering why true happiness isn't something we find, but something we create by living in alignment with our values, purpose, and authentic selves.

If you've ever felt like "There has to be more to life than this," this episode is for you.

🎙️ Listen now and discover why so many people feel unhappy—and what you can do to build a life that feels genuinely meaningful.

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Learn more about your hosts!

https://www.sarahhawkins.com.au/

https://thewomenshappinessproject.com/

Welcome to the very first episode of Human & Aware. In this short introduction, we share who we are, why we created this podcast, and what you can expect from future episodes. Together, we'll explore the intersection of psychology and spirituality through honest conversations, practical insights, and real-life experiences to help you better understand yourself and navigate life with greater awareness.

Welcome to Human & Aware! Join hosts Sarah Hawkins and Skye McCarthy as they explore where spirituality meets psychology. In this short introduction, discover what the podcast is all about and what you can expect from future episodes. Honest conversations, practical insights, personal growth, healing, and a few laughs along the way. We're so glad you're here.