People are remarkably adaptable and can quickly get used to many of the accomplishments they strive for, but they can get off the treadmill by focusing on dynamic and attention-absorbing activities.

What is the main idea behind the concept of adaptability?

People are able to quickly adjust to new experiences and environments.

Study Notes

People are remarkably adaptable and quickly get used to many of the accomplishments they strive for in life.
Following a variable period of adjustment, we bounce back to our previous level of happiness, no matter what happens to us.
Our adaptability works in two directions: because we are so adaptable, we quickly get used to many of the accomplishments we strive for, but once we reach a milestone, we start to feel that something is missing.
We can get off the treadmill entirely by focusing on activities that are dynamic surprising, and attention- absorbing.

Test your knowledge about adaptability and happiness with this quiz covering how people adjust to accomplishments, bounce back to previous levels of happiness, and get off the treadmill by focusing on dynamic activities.