#294: Does the Speed of Innovation Drive Unhappiness?

Are we prisoners of our own choices? Despite unprecedented wealth and options, our happiness is plummeting, thanks to technology's relentless upgrade culture. Each new gadget serves as a reminder that yesterday's purchase is archaic. This cycle breeds dissatisfaction, making us reluctant to cherish what we own. Welcome to the age of constant longing and discontent.

#107: How (Not) to Be Unhappy

Unhappiness often stems from flawed expectations and reactive thinking. Mindfulness, realism, and care are not the same as despair. Between happiness and misery lies a space of acceptance and effort. Problems may not be solvable, but pursuing solutions is itself a path away from unhappiness.