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How To Be Sad with Helen Russell
#2 Meik Wiking
Feb 24, 2021
Meik Wiking, Danish happiness researcher and author, talks about the loss of his mum, the dark side of happiness, comparison anxiety, imposter syndrome, and finding joy in difficult times. He also discusses the impact of the coronavirus on wellbeing and shares insights on living with less and acts of service.
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- Acknowledging and embracing a wide range of emotions is crucial for overall well-being.
- Creating and recalling joyful memories can bring comfort and joy during sad or challenging times.
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Embracing the Full Spectrum of Emotions
Mike Viking, a Danish Happiness Researcher, emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and embracing the entire spectrum of emotions that humans experience. He states that happiness is just one of the emotions and that it is essential to explore and understand other emotions such as unhappiness, depression, loneliness, anger, and frustration. Viking believes that being interested in human beings means being interested in their overall well-being, which includes understanding and addressing a wide range of emotions.
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