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EPISODE · Jul 18, 2025 · 5 MIN

024. What do you want to want?

from Decoding Wisdom · host Sachin Jha

We spend years chasing dreams — but have you ever stopped to ask: Whose dreams are they?In this solo episode, I explore one of the hardest and most important questions you’ll ever face:👉 What do you actually want to want?We talk about Seneca’s timeless story of the cork vs the boat, how society downloads desires into us, and why so many of us end up successful but unfulfilled. I also share powerful reflection prompts to help you cut through the noise, reclaim your authenticity, and start steering your own ship.📌 Topics we cover:- Why most of our goals aren’t even ours 🚩- The Seneca parable: living vs floating ⛵- Why clarity is so hard (and how to find it) 🧘- Three prompts to uncover your true desires ✍️- How to stop living by someone else’s algorithm 📱- If you’ve been drifting or feeling off-course, this episode is your wake-up call.🎯 Listen, reflect, and take back the wheel.Get in touch in the comments below or head to...Instagram: ⁠@sachin.jha23⁠Twitter: ⁠@sachin_jha23⁠Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and thoughts expressed in this podcast are my own and do not represent those of any employer, organization or affiliate. I am not a licensed expert, and all discussions are based on personal experiences, insights, and publicly available information. This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always do your own research and seek guidance from qualified professionals where necessary. Listener discretion is advised.

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