What if everything you’ve been told about happiness is a lie?

In this episode, we dive deep into a viral Reddit post titled “The Illusion of Happiness — Why We Should Try Not to Be Happy” originally written by u/rajarshi1509 on r/Existentialism.

We explore how the pursuit of happiness might be ruining your life — and what it actually means to feel content, fulfilled, and alive in a world that constantly sells you more.

Through raw honesty, personal stories, and uncomfortable truths, we break down how capitalism, comparison, and unrealistic expectations shape our understanding of what it means to be “happy.” We also reflect on journaling, self-awareness, and whether ignorance really is bliss.

⏳ Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction: Why We Question Happiness

01:00 – Redefining Happiness vs. Contentment

03:30 – Capitalism, Success & The Pursuit Trap

05:00 – Life as a Trainwreck: The Deadpool Quote

07:00 – The Happiness Paradox: Why Chasing It Doesn’t Work

09:30 – Comparison, Social Media & Envy

13:30 – Losing Identity, Finding Clarity

18:30 – We Don’t Exist? Reddit Philosophy Breakdown

20:00 – Entrepreneurship, Control & Choosing the Hard Path

21:30 – Ignorance Is Bliss? Or Just Avoidance?

27:30 – Journaling, Reflection & Mental Clarity

29:00 – Final Thoughts

💭 Key Topics:

• The problem with chasing happiness

• Why social media makes you feel empty

• Capitalism’s role in shaping our desires

• Mental health, burnout, and modern misery

• Journaling, reflection, and finding peace

  
  

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