This Might Be Why You Feel Lonely

This Might Be Why You Feel Lonely

Author: Scott Lynch August 21, 2025 Duration: 12:15
We live in the most connected time in human history, video calls across the world, instant messages, and same-day delivery for just about anything we want. And yet we’ve also become the loneliest society ever. How did that happen? In this episode, I explore why modern life has left so many of us feeling isolated, what author Johann Hari discovered while investigating the root causes of depression and anxiety, and how rebuilding real human connection might be the antidote we’ve been missing. For more go to: www.scottmlynch.com Level up your life by joining my Patreon where you’ll get exclusive content every week and more badass offerings (rips t-shirt in half, Hulk Hogan style, and runs around the room).  And/or… Unlock practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness directly to your inbox. If you’re a glutton for punishment and want more swift kicks in the mind follow me on social: Instagram YouTube Leave a review and tell me how I suck so I can stop doing that or you can also tell me about things you like. I’d be okay with that, too. Produced by ya boi. Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, Tim Shriver, and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Lynch hosts The Motivated Mind, a conversation that lives in the messy intersection of ambition and well-being. Having once left a significant financial package on the table to pursue his own path, Scott brings a grounded, questioning perspective to the work of building a better life. This isn't about simplistic hustle culture; it's a Spotify Top 100 Health & Fitness podcast for a reason, with over seven million downloads from people seeking substance. Each episode digs into the practical mechanics of motivation, exploring how to reshape your mindset, cement lasting habits, and-crucially-find some genuine enjoyment in the daily grind. You'll hear a blend of timeless philosophy and modern psychology, all delivered without pretension or guru-like pronouncements. The tone is straightforward, often wry, because sometimes laughing at the absurdity of our own existential dread is the most practical tool of all. Tune in for a weekly dose of actionable ideas that cut through the noise, reminding you that progress is a practice, not a perfect destination.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
Ranking The Worst Bad Habits [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:05
We all have habits that shape our lives, some helpful, some… not so much. In this episode, I rank the worst possible habits in a tier list, diving into what makes them truly destructive, why we keep falling for them, and…
The Unplanned Habit That Changed My Health [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:56
Intermittent fasting isn’t a diet; it’s about when you eat, not what you eat. For the last two years, I’ve been unintentionally doing a 16-hour fast every day. I didn’t plan it, and I definitely didn’t expect it to stick…
Self-Help Has Gotten Out of Control [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:49
At some point, self-care went from drinking water and getting enough sleep to sticking coffee where the sun doesn’t shine. Literally. The global self-care market ballooned from $10 billion in 2014 to over $450 billion by…
Can You Really Hack Your Dreams? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:11
Dreams: the place where your punches are only half as effective, all your teeth fall out, and you can only run away from bad guys in slow motion. But can you actually hack your dreams and control what happens in there? I…
4 Rules to Help Increase Your Productivity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:44
Most productivity advice focuses on fancy apps, hacks, or endless to-do lists. But real productivity? It’s about understanding how we actually work, the traps we fall into, and setting up simple rules that help you get r…
How To Stop Feeling Like A Dumb Dumb [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:17
Ever feel like your brain just isn’t working the way it should? Like you’re stuck in dumb dumb mode and can’t quite get yourself unstuck? That was me not long ago, mentally drained, unmotivated, kind of lost, and feeling…
This Dashboard Will Change Everything [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:44
Most of us measure our lives with a single metric: money, career, or some arbitrary idea of success. But what if there was a simpler way to see the bigger picture? In this episode, I share a tool I’ve been using that cha…
How To Finally Get Your Life Together [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:48
Ever feel like everyone else has their life together except you? Well, you’re not alone. In this episode, I break down the seven steps that helped me go from feeling like a hot mess express to, well, slightly less of a m…
What I Eat Every Week To Train For A Spartan 21k [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:01
Eating healthy doesn’t have to be complicated. For the past couple of years, I’ve kept my diet simple by cycling through almost the same meals every week. In this episode, I break down what I’m eating right now as I trai…
Why Most People Suck at Making Friends [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:39
Making friends used to be simple. You shared a juice box at recess, and boom, best friends. But as adults, most of us kind of suck at it. In this episode, I unpack why making friends feels so hard these days and share a…