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Jan 2025
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#519 The Art of Detachment: Loving Witho...

DR. ROBERT PUFF, PH.D.
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The Art of Detachment: Loving Without Chains

Have you ever noticed how we can deeply love a vacation or an experience, but we don't feel the need to own it? Yet, when it comes to loving people, we often fall into the trap of possession, clinging tightly and fearing the inevitable changes life brings. Today, we'll explore how shifting our perspective on love can lead to greater happiness and fulfillment.

New Happiness Podcast episode with Dr. Robert Puff, Newport Beach Psychologist

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💯 Welcome to my channel! My name is Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D. I am an author of 13 books, I am a TV show host, Psychology Today blogger, and corporate trainer. I have been studying the actions it takes to reach the highest levels of human achievement for decades, and I would love to share what I've learned with you! My Happiness Podcast is entirely free to listen to, so why not give it a try!

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