The Oprah Winfrey Show: The Podcast
TOWS Special: Finding Happiness
Dec 12, 2023
Neuropsychologist Dr. Paul Pearsall, minister Robert Fulghum, and entrepreneur Wally 'Famous' Amos share their secrets to finding happiness. Topics include self-love, the importance of joy, finding meaning in life, choosing love over war, and navigating life's challenges with optimism.
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- Superjoy promotes genuine joy over stress management for a fulfilling life.
- Love as a decision emphasizes self-reflection and positive interactions for personal growth.
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Choosing Superjoy Over Stress Management
The podcast episode delves into the concept of Superjoy, emphasizing that modern psychology's focus on stress management may hinder true joy in life. Dr. Paul Pearsall highlights the importance of experiencing unadulterated joy and challenges the notion of adapting to stress. He suggests that being 'normal' can be detrimental to health, advocating for breaking the addiction to stress. Pearsall shares insights from his research on healthy individuals who have broken free from stress addiction.
