It’s Not What You Want, It’s How You Want It

It’s Not What You Want, It’s How You Want It

July 7, 2026 · 25 min · Season 1 · Episode 230

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of how we approach our desires and goals rather than just focusing on the outcomes we want.

Have you ever considered that the problem isn't what you are wanting from your life, your business, or your relationships, but how you're going about the wanting? Most of us are stuck in a classic mental trap: the "if-then" fallacy. We tell ourselves, "When I achieve this goal, get that promotion, or fix my health, then I will finally be happy." But your external reality isn't a vending machine that dispenses joy once you input enough hard work—it is an exact reflection of who you are right n...

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