Goals are important to achieve, but they can distract us from living a life of meaning. Chasing the wrong things is a sure way to waste your life.  Make better decisions by improving your mindset and appreciating what's important to you. Learn to focus your time and energy on the journeys you want to take instead of getting lost seeking goals to please others. Connect with Sam:<ul>
<li>Join the conversation on the social podcast app - <a href="https://podvine.com/">Podvine</a>
</li>
<li>Sam's newsletter on creativity and entrepreneurship - <a href="https://explosivethinking.substack.com/">Explosive Thinking</a> </li>
<li>Sam's podcast on books - <a href="https://reason.fm/podcast/wiser-than-yesterday">Wiser Than Yesterday</a> </li>
<li>Support the Show - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/growthmindset">Patreon</a> </li>
</ul>If you enjoyed the podcast please subscribe and rate it. And of course, share with your friends! Timestamps<ul>
<li>00:00 - Journey vs destination</li>
<li>00:45 - Decision overwhelm</li>
<li>01:14 - Reality isn't sexy</li>
<li>03:44 - Focus on the now</li>
<li>05:47 - Optimise for the journey</li>
<li>07:25 - What makes a good game?</li>
<li>08:15 - The Rule of Thirds</li>
<li>09:04 - A cold dark night on the side of Everest</li>
<li>09:55 - Recap</li>
</ul> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Goals are important to achieve, but they can distract us from living a life of meaning. Chasing the wrong things is a sure way to waste your life. Make better decisions by improving your mindset and appreciating what's important to you. Learn to focus your time and energy on the journeys you want to take instead of getting lost seeking goals to please others. Connect with Sam: Join the conversation on the social podcast app - Podvine Sam's newsletter on creativity and entrepreneurship - Explosive Thinking Sam's podcast on books - Wiser Than Yesterday Support the Show - Patreon If you enjoyed the podcast please subscribe and rate it. And of course, share with your friends! Timestamps 00:00 - Journey vs destination 00:45 - Decision overwhelm 01:14 - Reality isn't sexy 03:44 - Focus on the now 05:47 - Optimise for the journey 07:25 - What makes a good game? 08:15 - The Rule of Thirds 09:04 - A cold dark night on the side of Everest 09:55 - Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Goals are important to achieve, but they can distract us from living a life of meaning. Chasing the wrong things is a sure way to waste your life.&nbsp; Make better decisions by improving your mindset and appreciating what's important to you. Learn to focus your time and energy on the journeys you want to take instead of getting lost seeking goals to please others. Connect with Sam:<ul>
<li>Join the conversation on the social podcast app -&nbsp;<a href="https://podvine.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Podvine</a>
</li>
<li>Sam's newsletter on creativity and entrepreneurship -&nbsp;<a href="https://explosivethinking.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Explosive Thinking</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sam's podcast on books -&nbsp;<a href="https://reason.fm/podcast/wiser-than-yesterday" rel="noopener noreferrer">Wiser Than Yesterday</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Support the Show -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.patreon.com/growthmindset" rel="noopener noreferrer">Patreon</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>If you enjoyed the podcast please subscribe and rate it. And of course, share with your friends! Timestamps<ul>
<li>00:00 - Journey vs destination</li>
<li>00:45 - Decision overwhelm</li>
<li>01:14 - Reality isn't sexy</li>
<li>03:44 - Focus on the now</li>
<li>05:47 - Optimise for the journey</li>
<li>07:25 - What makes a good game?</li>
<li>08:15 - The Rule of Thirds</li>
<li>09:04 - A cold dark night on the side of Everest</li>
<li>09:55 - Recap</li>
</ul> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Journey vs. Destination - Optimising the right things

Most self-help advice is guesswork dressed up as wisdom. We dig into psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral science to find what actually changes lives.

WHY LISTEN?

Over 8 million downloads because we answer the questions that matter: How do I build mental strength? What creates lasting motivation? How can I understand my own mind well enough to work with it, not against it?

This podcast is for curious skeptics who want frameworks backed by psychology studies, not Instagram quotes. Whether you're navigating procrastination, building self-discipline, or designing your own philosophy for a life well lived—we explore the hidden psychology behind real change.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

Mental models and simple techniques from cognitive psychology, positive psychology, and ancient wisdom traditions like Stoicism and Buddhism.

Being a human can be confusing, learning about it doesn’t have to be.

We cover everything from emotional intelligence and habit formation to brain health and the nervous system.

WHAT YOU DON’T GET

No pseudoscience. No oversimplified "hacks." No hustle porn.

Just practical insights on mindset improvement, self-development, and human psychology that respect your intelligence and mental health.

THE APPROACH

Instead of telling you what to think, we explore how thinking works. Armed with psychology studies, social science research, and relentless curiosity, we uncover the mechanics of belief change, attitude change, and personal development.

Success is personal. You might want to leverage your neurodiverse strengths, build a business, or simply discover how to be happier. We provide the mental frameworks to pursue your definition of success with mental strength and self-care that fits your life.

YOUR HOST

I'm Sam Webster Harris—a lifelong learner with ADHD and an obsession with finding answers to hard questions. After launching businesses, traveling the world, and nearly dying a few times, I concluded that psychology and science are where real wisdom lives.

This show is my excuse to dive deep into health and fitness research, behavioral psychology, and cool science while helping you build genuine self-discipline and motivation.

PREMIUM

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Growth Mindset Premium



PAST SERIES

Previous guests include Olympians, Scientists, Billionaires, and Sam's Mum.

Past series:

— Psychology vs Stoicism

— Time Management for Busy Mortals

— Independence and Knowing Yourself

— Cognitive Biases and Rational Thinking

— Psychology of Connection and Relationships

— Carol Dweck and the Multiverse of Mindsets

— Addiction and Behaviour Change

— Nervous System Mastery and Polyvagal Theory

— Mental Strength and Self-Discipline

Society & Culture

Science

Social Sciences

Education

Self-Improvement

Philosophy

Most self-help advice is guesswork dressed up as wisdom. We dig into psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral science to find what actually changes lives. WHY LISTEN? Over 8 million downloads because we answer the questions that matter: How do I build mental strength? What creates lasting motivation? How can I understand my own mind well enough to work with it, not against it? This podcast is for curious skeptics who want frameworks backed by psychology studies, not Instagram quotes. Whether you're navigating procrastination, building self-discipline, or designing your own philosophy for a life well lived—we explore the hidden psychology behind real change. WHAT YOU'LL GET Mental models and simple techniques from cognitive psychology, positive psychology, and ancient wisdom traditions like Stoicism and Buddhism. Being a human can be confusing, learning about it doesn’t have to be. We cover everything from emotional intelligence and habit formation to brain health and the nervous system. WHAT YOU DON’T GET No pseudoscience. No oversimplified "hacks." No hustle porn. Just practical insights on mindset improvement, self-development, and human psychology that respect your intelligence and mental health. THE APPROACH Instead of telling you what to think, we explore how thinking works. Armed with psychology studies, social science research, and relentless curiosity, we uncover the mechanics of belief change, attitude change, and personal development. Success is personal. You might want to leverage your neurodiverse strengths, build a business, or simply discover how to be happier. We provide the mental frameworks to pursue your definition of success with mental strength and self-care that fits your life. YOUR HOST I'm Sam Webster Harris—a lifelong learner with ADHD and an obsession with finding answers to hard questions. After launching businesses, traveling the world, and nearly dying a few times, I concluded that psychology and science are where real wisdom lives. This show is my excuse to dive deep into health and fitness research, behavioral psychology, and cool science while helping you build genuine self-discipline and motivation. PREMIUM Go ad-free and access exclusive content, AMAs, and our community Discord. Growth Mindset Premium PAST SERIES Previous guests include Olympians, Scientists, Billionaires, and Sam's Mum. Past series: — Psychology vs Stoicism — Time Management for Busy Mortals — Independence and Knowing Yourself — Cognitive Biases and Rational Thinking — Psychology of Connection and Relationships — Carol Dweck and the Multiverse of Mindsets — Addiction and Behaviour Change — Nervous System Mastery and Polyvagal Theory — Mental Strength and Self-Discipline

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