From Psychologies · Ava Skoupsky · · 1m
Dreaming of Change Reveals Hidden Needs
People who dream of changing life often forget what they truly want due to over-satisfying others.
In brief
People who dream of changing life often forget what they truly want due to over-satisfying others. People who dream of changing life may have forgotten their true desires because they spent too much time satisfying others. Originally reported by Psychologies.
People who dream of changing life
People who dream of changing life often spend too much time satisfying others.
Result: Frustration and urgency
This leads to frustration and a point of no return where change becomes urgent.
2019 study reveals deeper needs
A 2019 study shows that wanting to change life reveals deeper intrinsic needs.
Intrinsic vs extrinsic goals
People with more intrinsic goals feel more fulfilled than those with extrinsic goals.
Regret fuels change desire
A 2024 study links regret to lower well-being and a need for change.
How to reconnect with self
Practice mindfulness, identify emotions, and distinguish desires from deep needs.
What matters most
People who dream of changing life may have forgotten their true desires because they spent too much time satisfying others.
