Overview
This course aims to help learners understand the concept of true satisfaction by wanting less. It combines neuroscience, social science, and ancient teachings to provide strategies for achieving genuine fulfillment. The individual skills taught include recognizing the futility of limitless desire, finding satisfaction in simplicity, and redefining success. The teaching method involves synthesizing various disciplines to offer practical guidance. The intended audience includes individuals seeking to break free from the cycle of constant striving and find contentment in simplicity and gratitude.
Syllabus
Intro
The Story
What is Happiness
Your enjoyment is your pleasure
Meaning
Satisfaction
Hedonic Treadmill
The Strivers Curse
Mother Nature Isnt Your Friend
Empty Canvas
Jackson Pollock
The Uncarved Block of Jade
The Secret to True Success
The Right Model for Happiness
Reverse Bucket List
Chip Away
A Success Story
What Do You Do
Happiness is Love
Be Bach Not Mick
Taught by
The Aspen Institute