Happiness Beyond Wealth. FIRE ≠ Happiness - Happy #1 | MHFI 267

May 13, 2025 • 01:11:38
Happiness Beyond Wealth. FIRE ≠ Happiness - Happy #1 | MHFI 267
Mile High FI Podcast
Happiness Beyond Wealth. FIRE ≠ Happiness - Happy #1 | MHFI 267

May 13 2025 | 01:11:38

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Show Notes

Doug and Carl kick-off a multi-part series focused on happiness.  They discuss various elements of happiness including definitions, why it’s important, genetic & activity-based components of happiness, routines, the impact of jobs, mindset, and happiness by subtraction.  They also provide practical tips for fostering happiness, emphasizing that happiness requires continuous work and experimentation.

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0:00 Introduction

2:13 Definition of happiness

9:24 The role of FIRE in happiness

16:16 Where does happiness come from?

23:04 Creating happiness in your life

30:55 Novel experiences & snoring

37:08 Happiness by subtraction

47:04 Happiness is ever-changing

51:34 Experimentation & testing things out

58:09 Inner vs. outer scorecard

1:08:23 Soundcheck – Hallmark movies

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