Fishing Without Bait 480: The 3 Big C’s That Drain Your Happiness (And How to Avoid Them!)
This week, Jim Ellermeyer and producer Mike take a deep dive into the “Three Big C’s” that can derail our happiness: comparing, criticizing, and complaining. Together, we break down the difference between jealousy and envy, why criticism often comes from unhappiness within ourselves, and how constant complaining can turn people into “emotional vampires.”
We also reflect on wisdom from legendary UCLA coach John Wooden, discuss how culture shapes integrity and character, and find inspiration in the film The 13th Warrior. Jim reminds us that life is composed of moments—not years, weeks, or days—and it’s up to us to choose how to live those moments well.
💡 Key themes from this episode:
Why comparisons almost always make us feel “less than.”
The destructive cycle of criticism and how to break it.
Complaining as wasted energy vs. constructive action.
Choosing to plant flowers instead of weeds in our lives.
A mindful daily wish: “Let me live these next few moments well.”
👉 Tune in, reflect, and remember: Fishing Without Bait is a lifetime without definitive expectations.
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