371. The psychology of success

The podcast explores the psychology of success, differentiating between objective (external validation) and subjective (internal fulfillment) measures. It posits that true success requires both, emphasizing the importance of hedonic and eudaimonic well-being. The discussion introduces self-determination theory, highlighting autonomy, competence, and relatedness as key psychological needs for achieving success. Habits of successful people are examined, including embracing failure, working in silence, applying the 80/20 rule, enjoying hard work through "learned industriousness," and structuring environments to enhance focus. The podcast stresses that a fulfilling life requires an identity beyond professional achievements and that success can be achieved at any age.