Episode 035: On this week’s episode of Real Health Radio I explore the topic of what it means to be happy.
I cover some of the misconceptions around “being happy” and how this idea can be better viewed. I then look at ways to cultivate more happiness or positive emotions (and experiences) in your life.
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Inspiration from Tim Ferriss and Brene Brown
00:05:30
Using intimate relationships to understand happiness
00:10:10
Dr Seligman’s research on authentic happiness
00:14:45
Why thinking “I’ll be happy when I’m thinner” can sabotage happiness
00:18:50
Happiness should be a side benefit rather than the primary goal
00:20:30
Faulty logic around health and happiness
00:23:40
The importance of solid relationships on happiness
00:28:35
How NEAT can be important for health and happiness
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The idea of impact bias
00:35:45
What we can learn from those on their deathbed
00:36:30
Happiness largely happens in our head
00:38:40
The difference between a fact and a story
00:40:15
How “third position” can help increase happiness
00:43:50
Surprising research around age and happiness
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Such an incredible episode. I am a psychologist and find the research/messages you included such helpful reminders. Like so much of your work, I plan to share this with clients. Thank you for all the effort you put into your podcast. I value your work and appreciate your contribution!
Aw, this was an exceptionally nice post. Spending some
time and actual effort to produce a really good article… but what can I say… I
put things off a lot and never manage to get nearly anything
done.