(310) Real Happiness vs Fake Happiness – What’s The Difference?

In this episode, we explore the distinction between real happiness and fake happiness, discussing how societal perceptions of joy often lead us to chase fleeting excitement rather than lasting contentment. We delve into the roles of dopamine and serotonin in our emotional well-being and provide practical tips for cultivating a more fulfilling and balanced life.

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CHAPTERS

00:00:00 - Introduction to Real vs. Fake Happiness
00:01:05 - Understanding Fake Happiness and Dopamine
00:02:14 - The Importance of Serotonin and Real Happiness
00:03:14 - Activities That Generate Serotonin
00:04:24 - Slowing Down to Appreciate Everyday Joys
00:05:38 - The Role of Mindfulness in Happiness
00:06:40 - Balancing Excitement and Calmness
00:08:01 - Recognizing the Need for Dopamine
00:09:13 - Processing Pain and Avoiding Numbing
00:10:08 - The Importance of Inner Peace
00:11:13 - Understanding Addiction and Its Relation to Dopamine
00:12:15 - Strategies for Cultivating Real Happiness
00:13:30 - Conclusion and Call to Action

RESOURCES

Book: "Happiness" by Matthieu Ricard

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💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur, and founder of ‘The Focus Bee’. I am award-winning, high-performance coach, speaker and trainer, and support high achievers – entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs and executives, to have focus & clarity so they can thrive in business & life.

🔥 My mission is to empower you to lead with Alignment & Purpose & Joy so that you can Connect with the Magic & Thrive!

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