The Dave Pamah Show is a weekly interview podcast with aspirational people in the fields of Business, Politics, Self-Help, Health & Fitness, Social Issues, Sports & Entertainment. This show sets out to prove that with hard work, a positive mindset, resilience and action great success can be achieved.
The Dave Pamah Show is a weekly interview podcast with aspirational people in the fields of Business, Politics, Self-Help, Health & Fitness, Social Issues, Sports & Entertainment. This show sets out to prove that with hard work, a positive mindset, resilience and action great success can be achieved.

In this powerful episode, therapist, artist, and author Shawn Léon Nowotnik, MSW, LCSW, challenges one of the biggest cultural myths of our time: the relentless pursuit of happiness. After experiencing profound loss, Shawn reexamined what truly brings joy and fulfillment in life. He reveals why chasing happiness often leaves us feeling empty, and how embracing meaning, authenticity, and life’s complexities can lead to real contentment.
Discover Shawn’s six transformative ways to escape the happiness trap, break free from consumerism, and step off the exhausting “hedonic treadmill.” Tune in to learn how to find deeper joy by cultivating resilience, self-acceptance, and meaningful relationships—with yourself and others.
If you’re tired of the quick highs and lows and ready to embrace a more authentic, meaningful life, this episode is for you.
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