Why Does Today's World Make You So Unhap...

In this episode, Dr. K explores why so many people feel stuck in dissatisfaction—and how deeper practices like meditation and Vedic psychology can help. Rather than just focusing on surface-level self-improvement, he breaks down the inner journey of facing suffering, understandin ... Show More

In this candid conversation, Dr. K talks with Alexandra and Andrea Botez—sisters, chess streamers, and co-creators of @BotezLive. Which is about growing up competitive, finding their voices online, and supporting each other through the ups and downs of fame. They open up about th ... Show More

In this episode, Dr. K sits down with fitness creator @Scottykfitness to explore what it really takes to grow—physically, emotionally, and mentally. They talk through struggles with identity, confidence, and the internal roadblocks that get in the way of becoming your best self. ... Show More

Every month, "How to be happy" is searched 45 million times on Google. We all want happiness, yet so many struggle to find it. With anxiety and depression on the rise, what’s holding us back?This week, Dr. David Hamilton — a pharmaceutical scientist, with PhD in organic chemistry ... Show More

Why New Isn't Always Better: Finding Joy in the Consistent In a world constantly chasing the 'next big thing,' we often overlook the profound power of what's already working in our lives. Today, we're exploring 'Why New Isn't Always Better' and uncovering how true contentment can ... Show More

Have you ever wondered why some people seem naturally happier than others? Or if there are any universal keys to happiness? Sanjay sits down with social psychologist and University of California Riverside Professor Sonja Lyubomirsky who has been studying happiness for the last 35 ... Show More

In our fast-paced, hyper-connected world, boredom has become a pervasive epidemic, silently chipping away at our happiness and well-being. "The Boredom Epidemic" podcast delves into why we're so restless and dissatisfied, exploring the psychological, social, and technological fac ... Show More

Why does satisfaction always feel just out of reach? You get the job, then you want the promotion. You buy the item of clothing, then the buzz wears off. There is always something MORE on the horizon. In today’s episode, we explore the psychology behind our constant craving for m ... Show More

Want to be happier? Some of our happiness level is due to genes or life circumstances, but research shows much of it is within our control. Sonja Lyubomirsky, PhD, talks about the habits and mindsets that lead to lasting happiness, the complex relationship between money and happi ... Show More

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3240:Stephen Guise of MiniHabits.com explains why the pursuit of happiness is ultimately unfulfilling, using personal anecdo ... Show More

Discover how cultivating contentment through mindfulness can improve your emotional well-being, allowing you to accept life's ups and downs with greater ease. You can learn more about Dr. Watford here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

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

PART 2 of Does life have meaning Series: How do we find meaning (and happiness) in the contemporary age?In the so-called 'happiest' countries in the world, the uncomfortable reality of high rates of depression, suicidality, chronic pain, and social isolation are obscured by the c ... Show More