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The Art of Accomplishment

Happiness, the New Way – Joe Hudson with Stephanie Harrison

May 17, 2024
Stephanie Harrison, an expert in the science of happiness and creator of the New Happy philosophy, shares her transformative journey from a breakdown to discovering true happiness. She discusses the impact of self-awareness in overcoming toxic narratives and the importance of genuine connections in alleviating loneliness. Harrison emphasizes reframing self-criticism to foster personal growth and advocates for embracing one's emotions, including anger, as part of healing. Her insights challenge conventional views on achievement and well-being in a refreshing way.
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Quick takeaways

  • Shifting from self-criticism to self-acceptance separates self-worth from outcomes, improving relationships with oneself.
  • The journey of processing repressed anger involves physical expression followed by cognitive exploration and eventual acceptance.

Deep dives

Reframing Mistakes and Difficult Emotions

Instead of shaming oneself for mistakes or difficult emotions, the practice involves catching oneself before spiraling into self-destructive thoughts. By shifting the narrative from self-criticism to self-acceptance, individuals can separate their self-worth from outcomes, paving the way for improved relationships with oneself.

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