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How to Achieve True Happiness Using Science-Based Protocols | Dr. Laurie Santos

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Distinguish Feelings from Thoughts for Genuine Happiness

The pursuit of happiness raises important considerations about the relationship between emotions and cognition. Happiness comprises two aspects: being happy in life, which relates to the emotional experience characterized by positive feelings and diminished negative feelings, and being happy with life, which pertains to cognitive evaluations such as finding purpose and meaning. Understanding the interplay between these emotional and cognitive elements is essential for a more nuanced approach to happiness, suggesting that it's not solely about the constant pursuit of positive emotions but also about the deeper cognitive assessments of one's life situation.

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