
You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson PNTV - The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky
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Aug 13, 2015 Discover the science behind happiness with insights from Sonja Lyubomirsky's impactful work. Explore why happiness matters, with benefits for health and finances. Learn about the 40% solution, emphasizing that our intentional actions shape our joy. Brian shares 12 proven activities to boost happiness, including gratitude practices that can transform your mindset. Uncover how exercise rivals antidepressants in effectiveness and discover the power of envisioning your best self for optimism. Happiness is an art that takes practice!
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Coconut Water Wine Glass
- Brian keeps a wine glass of coconut water as a playful tribute to Gary Vee and a reminder of Bali.
- He uses the visual to introduce the episode and connect personally with the audience.
The 40% Solution
- About 50% of our happiness is genetic and acts like a set point we return to after changes.
- About 40% of happiness is shaped by intentional activities we can practice and improve.
Pick What Inspires You
- Choose one to three happiness activities that truly excite you and commit to them consistently.
- Focus on practices you will stick with rather than those you think you should do.





