The Doctor's Kitchen Podcast Snacksize 15: What is The Happiness Equation?
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Apr 19, 2024 The podcast dives into the Happiness Equation, discussing perception, expectations, and real-life applications. It explores hedonic adaptation and the power of gratitude in enhancing happiness, sharing personal gratitude practices as a life hack for sustaining joy.
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The Happiness Equation
- Happiness equals or exceeds your perception of events minus your expectation of those events.
- This equation highlights the impact of mindset on happiness.
Wedding Day Analogy
- Dr. Aujla uses a wedding day example to illustrate the equation.
- If the perception is stressful and the expectation was joy, the outcome is unhappiness.
Controlling Happiness
- Modulate your expectations and alter your perception of events in real-time.
- This allows you to take control of your own happiness.