Mel Robbins
How to Build the Life You Want: Timeless Wisdom for More Happiness & Purpose
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Do you want to be happier every day and live a more meaningful life?
In this episode, you’re getting the research, the secrets, and some very surprising takeaways from the #1 happiness expert, Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar.
He has taught 2 of the most popular courses in Harvard’s history, and today you are getting a front row seat in one of his lectures.
Grab a pen and paper, because class is in session.
He is here to share all of the groundbreaking research and give you the answers to:
- What you have wrong about happiness
- The science-based tools for increasing happiness
- 5 simple habits for a successful, happy life
This episode will give you the secret to creating happiness in your life again, with zero weird tricks.
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In this episode:
00:00 Intro
05:51: The two questions that ultimately led to Dr. Ben-Shahar’s career.
10:17: The research that cautions about what you promise yourself in the morning.
13:22: The 5 major elements of happiness.
18:22: How having a goal makes you happier.
22:35: Where do you begin if you don’t even know what happiness feels like?
24:06: The shocking but honest answer Dr. Ben-Shahar gave about happiness.
25:47: Try one of these 5 one-minute activities when you’re feeling depressed.
32:12: How can you be happier if you feel lonely?
34:58: Research finds doing this for just 2 minutes makes you happier and healthier.
40:55: What does a morning look like for a happiness researcher?
43:07: One essential truth to know about happiness.
46:43: What does it mean to be “anti-fragile?”
52:21: How to have more hope when you’re going through a hard time.
55:26: The key to systems thinking and why it matters.
1:04:43: What does the research say about LASTING change?
1:06:07: The 3 Rs of Change that should be at the core of all habit changes.
1:10:07: Two essays that Dr. Beh-Shahar recommends if you want to be happier.
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Published Apr 18, 2024
