Destination Addiction Does Not Equal Happy

Destination addiction, what is it??? How do you know if you have it?
According to the "googles", the best definition is, "it refers to a psychological phenomenon where individuals continually seek fulfillment and happiness in future destinations or events rather than appreciating the present moment. People experiencing this mindset often believe that their happiness is contingent upon reaching a specific place, achieving a goal, or experiencing an event, leading to a perpetual cycle of dissatisfaction."
Read that last part again, "leading to a perpetual cycle of dissatisfaction". The thought that things will be better "there" than they are now, is one of the many things that can rob you of your current joy. Holding out for a future destination is essentially putting your joy on HOLD.
Destination addition is not just about a physical destination. It is about financial, relationship, business, life and health goals. A clue that you may have it is, "I'll be better when.... I'll be happier when..... Things will be amazing when......".
The truth is, regardless of where you are on the journey, you will also show up "there". Life is 50/50. 50% is great and 50% is not great. It is just how things are and always will be. I'm not saying that the circumstances will be the same yet, if you aren't happy here, you will not be happy there. AND remember, happy is fleeting. You are looking to create RIGHT now and FUTURE joy.
Here are 8 strategies to addressing and correcting Destination Addition:
1. **Practice Mindfulness**:
2. **Set Realistic Goals**:
3. **Gratitude Journaling**:
4. **Limit Comparisons**:
5. **Engage in Enjoyable Activities**:
6. **Reevaluate Values and Priorities**:
7. **Practice Self-Compassion**:
8. **HIRE a reTHINK Coach**:
Breaking destination addiction was one of the best things I did for myself and my business. My coach helped me break the cycle and learn to enjoy the now! The holidays are a great example of a time that I used to hope/focus on Destination Addiction. Take a listen and learn how to create the space for you to be amazed with you now and in your future.
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