#686 - Dr Gad Saad - 8 Strategies For Avoiding A Life You Hate | Modern Wisdom

This podcast episode explores various dimensions of happiness, discussing evolutionary psychology, mate selection, relationships, regret, authenticity, locus of control, optimism, anti-fragility, and lessons from successful individuals. The speakers emphasize the importance of self-awareness, authenticity, and taking personal responsibility for one's happiness. They also discuss the benefits of having strong relationships, cultivating optimism, and embracing challenges as opportunities for growth.

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#686 - Dr Gad Saad - 8 Strategies For Avoiding A Life You Hate

Modern Wisdom

The Evolutionary Psychology of Happiness and Unhappiness

Evolutionary Medicine and the Pursuit of Happiness

Evolutionary Psychology and the Pursuit of Happiness

The Pursuit of Happiness: Unraveling the Influence of Genes and Personal Choices

The Recipe for a Non-Miserable Life: Choosing the Right Mate and Job

The Evolutionary Psychology of Assortative Mating and MHC

Exploring the Link Between Physical Strength, Political Orientation, and Happiness

The Importance of Relationships for Happiness and Longevity

The Psychology of Regret: Lessons from Deathbed Regrets and Anticipatory Regret

The Calculus of Regret: Making Decisions in the Face of Uncertainty

Exploring Existential Authenticity and the Delphic Maxim

The Power of Optimism and Locus of Control

The Power of Positive Thinking

Overcoming Obstacles and Embracing Anti-Fragility: Lessons from the Greatest

The Eccentricities of Genius: Salvador Dali and the Power of Authenticity

Finding Happiness: Secrets from Gad Sa'ad

#686 - Dr Gad Saad - 8 Strategies For Avoiding A Life You Hate

Modern Wisdom

00:00The Evolutionary Psychology of Happiness and Unhappiness

The Evolutionary Psychology of Happiness and Unhappiness

07:19Evolutionary Medicine and the Pursuit of Happiness

Evolutionary Medicine and the Pursuit of Happiness

13:01Evolutionary Psychology and the Pursuit of Happiness

Evolutionary Psychology and the Pursuit of Happiness

18:02The Pursuit of Happiness: Unraveling the Influence of Genes and Personal Choices

The Pursuit of Happiness: Unraveling the Influence of Genes and Personal Choices

23:01The Recipe for a Non-Miserable Life: Choosing the Right Mate and Job

The Recipe for a Non-Miserable Life: Choosing the Right Mate and Job

29:03The Evolutionary Psychology of Assortative Mating and MHC

The Evolutionary Psychology of Assortative Mating and MHC

34:44Exploring the Link Between Physical Strength, Political Orientation, and Happiness

Exploring the Link Between Physical Strength, Political Orientation, and Happiness

39:43The Importance of Relationships for Happiness and Longevity

The Importance of Relationships for Happiness and Longevity

44:47The Psychology of Regret: Lessons from Deathbed Regrets and Anticipatory Regret

The Psychology of Regret: Lessons from Deathbed Regrets and Anticipatory Regret

50:06The Calculus of Regret: Making Decisions in the Face of Uncertainty

The Calculus of Regret: Making Decisions in the Face of Uncertainty

56:09Exploring Existential Authenticity and the Delphic Maxim

Exploring Existential Authenticity and the Delphic Maxim

1:02:55The Power of Optimism and Locus of Control

The Power of Optimism and Locus of Control

1:08:30The Power of Positive Thinking

The Power of Positive Thinking

1:11:54Overcoming Obstacles and Embracing Anti-Fragility: Lessons from the Greatest

Overcoming Obstacles and Embracing Anti-Fragility: Lessons from the Greatest

1:17:04The Eccentricities of Genius: Salvador Dali and the Power of Authenticity

The Eccentricities of Genius: Salvador Dali and the Power of Authenticity

1:21:35Finding Happiness: Secrets from Gad Sa'ad

Finding Happiness: Secrets from Gad Sa'ad