Hedonic Treadmill
Concept
The phenomenon where people constantly seek more pleasure and satisfaction, but quickly adapt to new levels, requiring more and more to maintain the same level of happiness.
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Videos Mentioning Hedonic Treadmill
Chip Conley — Building Empires, Tackling Cancer, and Surfing the Liminal | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A psychological concept where people constantly seek new external sources of gratification, but their happiness levels tend to return to a baseline, as discussed in relation to happiness and success.
#377 ‒ Special episode: Understanding true happiness and the tools to cultivate a meaningful life
Peter Attia MD
The phenomenon where people constantly seek more pleasure and satisfaction, but quickly adapt to new levels, requiring more and more to maintain the same level of happiness.
Tim Urban | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A psychological concept where human happiness tends to return to a baseline level despite positive changes or achievements.