The Mel Robbins Podcast How to Build the Life You Want: Timeless Wisdom for More Happiness & Purpose
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Apr 18, 2024 
Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar, a leading expert on happiness and former Harvard professor, dives deep into the science of joy. He debunks common myths about happiness and explains the SPIRE model for holistic well-being. Tal emphasizes the importance of having a sense of purpose and encourages self-experimentation to find personal fulfillment. He introduces ‘minimum viable interventions’ and stress the power of mindfulness and relationships. Listeners will learn how embracing resilience and anti-fragility can transform their approach to happiness.
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Tal's Journey to Happiness
- Tal Ben-Shahar pursued happiness through achievements like winning a squash championship and academic success.
- These achievements only brought temporary happiness, leading him to study its true nature.
The Success Trap
- Success doesn't automatically equal lasting happiness; it often creates only a temporary high.
- We're taught to chase achievements for happiness, even though this approach is flawed.
Pursuit Over Outcome
- Our systems are designed for the pursuit of goals, not the achievement of them.
- Achieving goals may provide temporary satisfaction but not lasting happiness.
