EPISODE · Mar 24, 2026 · 58 MIN
#268: What to Do When You Feel Lost in Life (Psychologist Explains) - Dr. Adam Formal
from Move Your Mind with Nick Bracks
What does it mean when you feel lost in life?In this episode, I speak with Dr. Adam Formal, a clinical psychologist who works with elite athletes and people dealing with burnout and addiction.We explore why so many people feel lost and how small daily decisions can slowly pull you away from who you really are.This episode will explain why you can feel lost in life and how to start changing it.Dr. Adam Formal is a clinical psychologist based in NYC.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction To Feeling Lost(00:27) Emotions Are Like Signals(01:17) Going Through A Crisis(03:19) Micro Choices Drift(04:29) Money And Arrival Myth(06:44) Intrinsic Motivation Wins(11:34) The Tyranny Of Should(12:45) Your Early Training(14:42) Ego Versus Meaning(19:32) Helping One Person(22:36) Choice Over Reactivity(24:39) Boredom And Reflection(27:50) Is Life Meant To Be Hard?(29:51) Meaningful Stretch Goals(32:17) Expectations Versus Reality(33:36) Micro Goals Over Outcomes(35:10) Corporate Carrots And School(36:24) Curiosity Driven Learning(38:33) Workplace Intrinsic Fit(40:28) Sports Motivation And Money(43:03) Longevity Through Love(44:58) Peace In Giving Your All(48:21) First Steps When Lost(51:05) Reverse Engineering Regret(54:54) Closing QuestionsConnect with Nick:Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracksWebsite: http://nickbracks.comEmail: [email protected] with Adam:Website: https://www.formaltherapy.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What does it mean when you feel lost in life?In this episode, I speak with Dr. Adam Formal, a clinical psychologist who works with elite athletes and people dealing with burnout and addiction.We explore why so many people feel lost and how small daily decisions can slowly pull you away from who you really are.This episode will explain why you can feel lost in life and how to start changing it.Dr. Adam Formal is a clinical psychologist based in NYC.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction To Feeling Lost(00:27) Emotions Are Like Signals(01:17) Going Through A Crisis(03:19) Micro Choices Drift(04:29) Money And Arrival Myth(06:44) Intrinsic Motivation Wins(11:34) The Tyranny Of Should(12:45) Your Early Training(14:42) Ego Versus Meaning(19:32) Helping One Person(22:36) Choice Over Reactivity(24:39) Boredom And Reflection(27:50) Is Life Meant To Be Hard?(29:51) Meaningful Stretch Goals(32:17) Expectations Versus Reality(33:36) Micro Goals Over Outcomes(35:10) Corporate Carrots And School(36:24) Curiosity Driven Learning(38:33) Workplace Intrinsic Fit(40:28) Sports Motivation And Money(43:03) Longevity Through Love(44:58) Peace In Giving Your All(48:21) First Steps When Lost(51:05) Reverse Engineering Regret(54:54) Closing QuestionsConnect with Nick:Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracksWebsite: http://nickbracks.comEmail: [email protected] with Adam:Website: https://www.formaltherapy.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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