The Psychology of The Self with Dr. Kennon Sheldon

Dr. Sheldon shares groundbreaking insights from his research on the self-determination theory, the hedonic adaptation prevention model, and his own journey from a rock band to distinguished academic.We break down some of the most common myths about happiness — including the false promise that more money equals more joy — and highlight the surprisingly small role income plays in our well-being.If you're tired of surface-level solutions and crave practical, science-based guidance for a happier life, this is your episode. Tune in, get inspired, and start making empowered choices today.Support Ego/IdIf you found this episode enjoyable or helpful:Like and subscribe to the podcastFollow us on Instagram for research breakdowns, clips, and upcoming episodesCheck out our Ego/Id pin, available now to support the launch of the showEvery pin helps fund the podcast, research-based content, and our mission to make psychology accessible without oversimplifying it.Learn more about Ego/Id HERE!