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March 3, 2025 39 mins

There is a crisis destroying your happiness… too much comfort. Discover why embracing discomfort is key to unlocking your happiness and potential. Join host Matt O'Neill and special guest Joe Wechsler as they explore the "comfort crisis" plaguing modern society and reveal how intentionally seeking out challenging experiences can transform your life.

From adventure races to cold showers, learn practical strategies to embrace discomfort and reclaim self satisfaction. You may just find that manufacturing struggle will help you reap the rewards of a happier life. Uncover the surprising benefits of boredom, and discover why comfort might actually be your biggest enemy on the path to fulfillment.

00:00 Introduction

1:30 Joe's 48 hour race

6:58 The Comfort Crisis

15:40 Joe's Olympic dream

18:40 The power of boredom

24:56 Social media matrix

27:44 Misogi

34:15 Transformation from discomfort

Resources Mentioned:

The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter

The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday

Ready to live a life of Conscious Happiness? Get the book: Good Mood Revolution: Igniting the Power of Conscious Happiness at https://a.co/d/2pgzwpU

What is your Good Mood Superpower? Take the Good Mood Assessment to learn your positive strengths here: https://mattoneill.com/good-mood-assessment/

Ready to elevate your happiness? Consider how 1on1 Happiness Coaching with Matt O’Neill could change your outlook on life. Learn more at https://mattoneill.com/coaching

About the Guest

Joe Wechsler is an adventure enthusiast and former member of the USA skeleton team. With a passion for pushing his limits, Joe has participated in grueling multi-day adventure races, traveled to over 40 countries, and continues to seek out challenging experiences that test his physical and mental endurance.

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