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The Mel Robbins Podcast

How to Build the Life You Want: Timeless Wisdom for More Happiness & Purpose

Apr 18, 2024
01:14:22
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Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar, Harvard lecturer and happiness expert, shares science-based tools and habits for increasing happiness. He challenges misconceptions about success leading to happiness and emphasizes finding purpose, setting boundaries, and making small changes for big happiness. The podcast explores anti-fragility, resilience, and embracing challenges for growth and well-being.
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Quick takeaways

  • Make small changes to enhance happiness by focusing on becoming just 1% happier through simple actions like meditation or gratitude journaling.
  • Experiment and try out different small truths to continuously grow and improve well-being by integrating spiritual, physical, intellectual, relational, and emotional elements.

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Focus on Small Changes for Happiness

Dr. Tall Ben Shahar emphasizes the importance of making small changes to enhance happiness. He highlights the concept of MVP, minimum viable intervention, encouraging individuals to focus on becoming just 1% happier through simple actions. Whether it's a minute of meditation, brief bursts of physical activity, or a moment of gratitude journaling, these minimal but consistent efforts can have a significant positive impact on overall happiness.

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