The Arrival Fallacy: Why “I’ll Be Happy When…” Is a Trap 

06/02/2025 12 min
The Arrival Fallacy: Why “I’ll Be Happy When…” Is a Trap 

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we explore the arrival fallacy — the mistaken belief that happiness lies in achieving future goals. Drawing on lessons from sports psychology and leadership, I explain how focusing on the present moment and process goals can free leaders and employees from this trap, creating more engaged and fulfilled teams.