Happiness Isn’t Luck, It’s Science. Here’s How to Use It.

Dr. Laurie Santos is a psychology professor at Yale University and the creator of the most popular course in Yale's history. We discuss why our brains lie about happiness, the mental health crisis among elite students, evidence-based strategies for well-being, and more. READ MORE👉🏾 http://bit.ly/richroll919
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CHAPTERS
00:00:00 Intro
00:02:27 The Journey to Happiness
00:03:39 The Emergence of the Happiness Course
00:07:24 Understanding the Gap
00:10:53 Defining Happiness
00:13:23 The Arrival Fallacy
00:16:27 Prediction Errors in Happiness
00:18:17 Visualizing Obstacles for Success
00:19:06 The Pitfalls of Positive Fantasizing
00:20:12 Balancing Belief and Reality
00:24:08 Resilience Through Mental Practice
00:31:44 The Comparison Trap
00:34:54 AD BREAK 1
00:40:10 Social Media's Double-Edged Sword
00:41:14 The Bronze Medal Effect
00:43:22 Negative Visualization Technique
00:45:15 The Power of Gratitude
00:48:19 Positive Self-Talk Strategies
00:50:57 The Power of Expressive Writing
00:53:57 Circumstances and Happiness
00:55:46 The Illusion of Perfect Circumstances
00:59:27 The Burden of Expectations
01:00:47 Identifying Pillars of Happiness
01:06:46 AD BREAK 2
01:08:44 Understanding Strengths vs. Activities
01:10:29 Purpose and Meaning Explained
01:12:16 Action-Based Happiness Strategies
01:14:48 Misconceptions About Self-Care
01:15:50 The Impact of Generosity on Happiness
01:20:19 Introverts vs. Extroverts in Social Situations
01:23:32 Overcoming Introversion Through Social Connection
01:26:09 The Role of Social Connection
01:27:22 Engaging with Happiness Strategies
01:28:16 Discomfort as a Path to Meaning
01:30:32 Contrarian Views on Happiness
01:33:14 Self-Care and Sustainability
01:39:13 Curiosity and Positive Emotions
01:42:15 Understanding Negative Emotions
01:43:41 Happiness Hacks
01:49:15 Technology and Social Connection
01:49:47 Using Technology Positively
01:51:16 Mindful Technology Engagement
01:52:48 Nutritious vs. Non-Nutritious Connections
01:54:21 Pursuing Happiness vs. Welcoming Happiness
01:55:12 Self-Compassion in the Pursuit of Happiness
01:57:03 Understanding Happiness Principles
01:57:34 Personal Happiness Journey
01:59:11 Time Affluence and Happiness
02:00:13 Setting Boundaries
02:02:01 Deferred Happiness Mindset
02:02:49 Myopia vs. Hyperopia
02:05:23 Balancing Short and Long-Term Happiness
02:06:54 Changing Perspectives on Time
02:07:55 Divergence in Happiness Research
02:08:54 Faith and Happiness
02:13:04 Decline of Community Institutions
02:13:52 The Concept of Third Places
02:15:32 The history of community and happiness
02:16:25 The pendulum of social connection
02:16:44 Building structures for happiness
02:16:55 Addressing mental health challenges
02:18:00 Urgent versus preventative mental health care
02:19:50 Healing underlying wounds
02:21:21 Therapeutic practices and curiosity
02:22:08 Final thoughts on agency in happiness


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