# @the_readystate on TikTok

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.tiktok.com/@the_readystate/video/7600133725950692638
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/55008595-the-readystate-tiktok
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/a73cf54b08.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-01-27T20:00:23.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** thereadystate (@the_readystate) — https://gondola.cc/the_readystate

## Caption

We’re told the goal of life is to be happy all the time — but chasing happiness often leaves people feeling empty. In this clip, Brad Stulberg explains why excellence is a better pursuit than happiness, and how fulfillment comes from caring deeply and showing up for what matters. What You’ll Learn 🦋 Why chasing happiness never lasts 🎯 How excellence leads to fulfillment 🧠 The difference between happiness and satisfaction 🌱 Why caring deeply creates meaning 🔥 What it means to give a good effort on what matters ▶️ Watch the Full Episode: https://youtu.be/j6ZCuamKWks #Excellence #Happiness #Fulfillment #BradStulberg #MeaningfulLife #PersonalGrowth #Burnout #Purpose

## Stats

- **Views:** 59
- **Likes:** 0
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- **Comments:** 0

## Tags

bradstulberg, excellence, burnout, happiness, personalgrowth, fulfillment, meaningfullife, purpose

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