One of the great myths of Western culture is that success equals happiness. You study hard, get a good job and BOOM, happiness forever.

Um, no.

So many of us get caught in this trap, striving striving striving for success so we can be happy while foregoing the things that would actually make us happy as we're wrapped up in that pursuit.

I have experienced this personally and ended up burnt out and diagnosed with depression.

Since then, I've learned what science shows actually makes us happy and how easy it is to postpone them in favor of professional pursuits, only to end up feeling spent and empty.

Has this happened to you? Do you check your work emails during dinner with friends or family? Do you sacrifice sleep to get a jump on tomorrow's work?

I would love to hear how this myth that success = happiness has shown up in your life and how you're dealing with it. Please DM me on IG @youknowsandy or email me through innerpeacetogo.com. And know that I won't be checking your message during dinner!!

Also, here's the legend from Paulo Coelho that I mention in the episode.

Have a peaceful week!

What do you need to feel more peaceful? Let me know! I'm on Instagram @thesandycohen and at innerpeacetogo.com.

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