The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos Happiness Lessons of The Ancients: The Buddha
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Oct 5, 2020 
Liz Angowski, an assistant professor of religion, and Robert Wright, a science writer and author, dive into the timeless teachings of the Buddha. They discuss how Siddhartha Gautama's realization that wealth cannot shield us from suffering transformed his life. The conversation highlights mindfulness meditation as a powerful tool for embracing pain and cultivating happiness. Angowski and Wright also explore how ancient wisdom connects with modern psychology, revealing profound insights on perception, self-transformation, and the path to true fulfillment.
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Buddha's Early Life
- Buddha was born into royalty but realized material possessions don't prevent suffering.
- He saw an old man, a sick man, and a corpse, prompting his spiritual quest.
The Nature of Suffering
- Buddha realized that life's core element is suffering (Dukkha).
- Dukkha arises from our inability to accept change and impermanence.
Dukkha and Tanha
- Dukkha isn't just pain; it's a deeper dissatisfaction.
- It stems from craving (Tanha), a thirst for more and a desire for stability.
