Joe McDonald

Position of Neutrality

Joe McDonald

  • Desire For a Future Outcome

Desire For a Future Outcome

Monday 16th May 2022

Joe McDonald explores how future desires impact well-being and shares tips on finding contentment in the present on 'Position of Neutrality'.
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Position of Neutrality
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Joe McDonald
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Religion & Spirituality
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Living in the Now: Joe McDonald on Future Desires and Present Contentment

Ambitions are my desire for a future outcome. So if I have a desire for a future outcome, I'm going to see a lot of instances of you stealing my freaking promotion relationship.
Are you constantly thinking about what’s next, rather than enjoying what’s now? In this episode of 'Position of Neutrality', Joe McDonald tackles the tricky subject of future desires and how they impact our well-being. Titled 'Desire for a Future Outcome', Joe dives into the meaning of security and the influence our jobs and ambitions have on our lives. He sheds light on the dangers of comparing ourselves to others, which can lead to bitterness and unnecessary stress. Joe’s advice?
Detach from those future desires and focus on the present moment. Whether it’s money, relationships, or career goals, it’s natural to have dreams. But when we become too attached to these desires, we start to compare ourselves to others and fixate on what we lack. This can spiral into feelings of envy and disappointment. Joe also points out how jobs can become a part of our identity, making it hard to separate ourselves from them.
When job roles change or disappear, it can leave us feeling lost and confused. Joe suggests we should not define ourselves by our jobs but instead find contentment in the present moment. By focusing on what we have now and being grateful for it, we can find happiness right where we are. Tune in to this episode of 'Position of Neutrality' for practical tips on how to detach from future desires and live more fully in the present.
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