The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Moment 153: Happiness Engineer Explains The Exact Formula For Happiness: Mo Gowdat
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Mar 15, 2024 
Mo Gawdat, former chief business officer for Google X and bestselling author, reveals the fascinating 'happiness equation.' He explains that happiness is predictable and stems from our perceptions versus expectations. Discover how six grand illusions and seven blind spots can distort our understanding of fulfillment. Gawdat emphasizes happiness as a choice, urging personal responsibility in cultivating positivity. He also shares insights on embracing emotions and utilizing neuroplasticity to foster a joyful mindset.
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Happiness Equation
- Happiness isn't solely determined by events, but by how they compare to our expectations.
- If an event aligns with our expectations, we feel happy; if it doesn't, we feel unhappy.
Nature's Chaos
- Mo Gawdat uses nature as an example of how expectations shape happiness.
- We're happy in nature because its chaotic state aligns with what we expect from nature.
True Happiness
- Societal definitions of happiness often focus on states of escape, like parties or gatherings.
- True happiness, however, is a calm peacefulness from accepting life as it is.