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2080: The Happiest Moments of Vacation May Not be What You Think by Jay Harrington of Life and Whim
25 Feb 2024
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2080: Jay Harrington of Life and Whim.com delves into the nuanced joys of vacationing, revealing that the happiest moments may not stem from the vacation itself but from the anticipation and memories it creates. Through a blend of personal anecdotes and research, Harrington unpacks the idea that planning and reflecting on vacations often bring more happiness than the experiences themselves, challenging the notion that vacations are merely escapes from daily life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/vacation-may-not-be-what-you-think Quotes to ponder: "Experiences, even unpleasant ones, often give us pleasure in retrospect, through the memories we have and the stories we tell." Episode references: Applied Research in Quality of Life: https://link.springer.com/journal/11482 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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