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Mar 15, 2025 9 min

The Hedonic Treadmill: Why Happiness Feels Fleeting

from Mental Minute

The Hedonic Treadmill explains why we quickly adapt to positive and negative changes, returning to a baseline level of happiness. This episode explores its psychological roots, impact on goal-setting and satisfaction, and strategies to break the cycle. Learn how to cultivate lasting contentment beyond temporary highs.

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