Why does chasing happiness so often leave us feeling empty?

You get the promotion, buy the house, or take that dream trip… and yet it still doesn’t fill the void. Why does it feel like nothing we have is ever enough — and how can we finally turn this around?

In this episode of Empowerment Solutions, I explore why the pursuit of happiness can actually be a trap. From fleeting dopamine hits of “small happiness” to the big milestones of career, money, and family — even those who seem to have it all often feel stressed, anxious, or unfulfilled.

Tune in to discover why true happiness isn’t about achieving more or proving yourself. It’s about being comfortable in your own skin, feeling at home with yourself, and realizing that who you are has always been enough.

If you’ve ever felt like no matter what you achieve, it’s never enough — this episode is for you.

Dr Friedemann's Takeaways:

• The Pursuit of Happiness: Introduction and Personal Anecdote (00:00)
• Small Happiness vs. Big Happiness (01:49)
• Jim Carrey's Perspective and the True Nature of Happiness (04:45)
• Avoiding Pain and the Role of External Stimuli (05:55)
• The Void and the Desire to Fit In (07:20)
• External Validation vs. Self-Acceptance (09:32)
• Connecting to One's Truth (11:14)
• The Journey of True Happiness (12:45)
• Living a Life Aligned with One's Truth (13:31)

Other Links To Videos On Truth:

The Truth About Being Authentic (And How It Can Help You Live A Better Life) | ES154: https://youtu.be/x1c86Av-0_A?feature=shared

Your Shadow Holds Your Truth | ES217: https://youtu.be/n9lkxfCYPE0

Friedemann Schaub, MD, PhD, is the award-winning author of The Fear + Anxiety Solution. Dr. Schaub has helped thousands of people with his Personal Breakthrough and Empowerment program to overcome their fear and anxiety by addressing the deeper, subconscious root causes of these emotional challenges.

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