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Are you living a life that makes you happy, or one that makes you proud? In this episode of the Mind Over Money podcast, Jessen James dives into the difference between fleeting happiness and lasting pride. Discover why taking the easy route may keep you content but won't make you proud. Tune in to learn how pushing yourself to achieve more can lead to true fulfilment. Don’t just settle for being happy—strive to be proud. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others on their journey to success.

Key Takeaways:

Happiness vs. Pride: Doing what's easy may bring temporary happiness, but it often doesn't lead to long-term pride. Striving for pride can result in deeper, more meaningful happiness.

The Power of Pushing Yourself: Stretching yourself beyond your comfort zone—whether by sticking to commitments or going the extra mile—leads to a sense of accomplishment and pride.

Brain’s Natural Resistance: The brain is wired to keep you safe and comfortable, often resisting growth and change. Overcoming this resistance is key to achieving true success and fulfilment.

Lasting Fulfilment: True happiness comes from being proud of your efforts, achievements, and the life you're building. Temporary comfort may lead to long-term regret if it means not living up to your potential.

Highlights:

Empowerment Over Temporary Relief: Instead of settling for what makes you happy now, focus on what will make you proud in the long run.

Real-Life Examples: Jessen shares relatable scenarios, like skipping the gym or avoiding extra work, to illustrate how easy it is to choose comfort over growth.

Mindset Shift: The episode encourages listeners to shift their mindset from seeking immediate happiness to pursuing actions that build long-term pride and satisfaction.

Practical Advice: Jessen offers actionable tips, such as planning ahead and setting early alarms, to help listeners recoup lost time and make proud-worthy decisions.

ABOUT THE HOST

Jessen James

Jessen has spoken to and trained thousands of entrepreneurs all over the world, and has featured on Channel 5's Rich House Poor House.

Having built, bought and sold multiple businesses himself, Jessen has had some amazing wins and some rather spectacular fails too! He now dedicates his time to serving others to better their lives and businesses by sharing his learnings. Get in touch today.

CONTACT DETAILS

Website - https://www.jessenjames.com/

LinkedIn-https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jessen-james-%F0%9F%91%88%F0%9F%8F%BD-31380968

Twitter - https://twitter.com/jessenjames7

EMAIL - success@jessenjames.com

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