logo
episode-header-image
Aug 2022
14m 3s

#393 - Happiness vs Pleasure

DR. ROBERT PUFF, PH.D.
About this episode
tail spinning
Up next
Sep 25
#606 The Portable Sanctuary: Anchoring Peace in a Chaotic World
When we step out of our normal routine—whether we are navigating the chaos of an international airport, waking up in a completely new time zone, or just facing an unpredictable day—it is incredibly easy for the mind to feel unmoored and anxious. We often believe that peace requir ... Show More
12m 3s
Sep 18
#605 The Therapy of Time: How History Shrinks Our Anxiety
When we are caught in the grip of anxiety, our perspective shrinks. A single stressful email, a difficult conversation, or a temporary setback can feel like a world-ending catastrophe because our minds are zoomed in entirely on the present moment. In this episode, we are going to ... Show More
10m 41s
Sep 11
#604 Thinking Makes It So: Shakespeare's Guide to Inner Peace
Over four hundred years ago, William Shakespeare wrote a line in Hamlet that perfectly captured the foundation of modern cognitive psychology: 'There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.' We spend so much of our lives trying to control external events, believi ... Show More
11m 1s
Recommended Episodes
Sep 2025
330. The psychology of happiness
Happiness often feels like a simple goal - something we’re told to chase or “find” if we’re lucky. But it’s not just about good moods or quick wins. True happiness is more subtle, shaped by how we show up in life, the people we surround ourselves with, and the meaning we create a ... Show More
55m 39s
Jul 2023
How To Be Happy: Tips For Finding Happiness In Everyday Life
<p>On today’s episode of The Mindset Mentor Podcast we’re setting you up for a pretty great day today and potentially every other day in your life moving forward if you can catch what I’m throwing with this episode. </p> <p>Every single one of us knows what happiness feels like, ... Show More
23m 54s
Jul 2019
The Pursuit Of Happiness
We are under so much pressure to be happy. The market has exploded with self help happiness books and we see post after post on Instagram telling us to live our lives to the full. In times of adversity we’re told to ‘keep our chin up’ and ‘turn that frown upside down’. But is it ... Show More
52m 48s
May 2023
#261 - Happiness Does Not Mean Being Happy All The Time
<p>People who consider themselves happier often lead healthier lives, exercising more frequently and making better dietary choices. Consequently, they may enjoy a longer lifespan. Additionally, their increased happiness translates into higher productivity at work, benefiting the ... Show More
29m 50s
Dec 2020
639 - Why Happiness is So Hard to Find
In this episode, we look at why happiness is such a difficult thing to find in our lives. Sponsor: www.joinfightcamp.com/changes The Problem Happiness is one of those things that is constantly out of our grasp. We all chase it, at least to some extent. But quickly realize that th ... Show More
12m 40s
Sep 2020
If it Makes You Happy
We all want to be happy, right?!  What brings us happiness?What can we do to be happy?Do we have control over our own happiness? How do we balance life, work, family to feel happy? We explore How to be Happy With Ravi Patel discussing his show Pursuit of Happiness. Learn more abo ... Show More
56m 1s
Aug 2021
Why Happiness Is A Choice And How To Create More of It
Happiness is a choice. The key component is intentionally choosing it everyday. The happiest people I know are not being held hostage by their circumstances or seeking happiness in others or possessions. So how do you increase this intentional happiness? In this episode, I discus ... Show More
21m 54s
Aug 2023
How to Generate More Happiness
Happiness is not just a fleeting emotion; it's a state of being that can be cultivated through intentional practices. In this episode, Brendon dives into practical strategies and mindset shifts to infuse your life with more happiness. By the end of this episode, you'll have gaine ... Show More
59m 6s
Oct 2022
The Secrets To Happiness
Are you happy? 79% of people believe that happiness comes from things like money and fame, but long-lasting happiness is developed from maintaining a higher sense of well-being. Happiness can be challenging to locate and hold onto if it's easily unhinged, so the key is understand ... Show More
22m 44s
Listen to millions of songs and podcasts on Anghami