258: The Science of Happiness: The Path to True Joy with Stephanie Harrison
What if true happiness isn't about chasing achievements, but about embracing your authentic self and making a positive impact on others? In this episode, we explore the dynamic between “Old Happy” and “New Happy,” inviting you to redefine success on your own terms. Discover how embracing who you are and contributing to others can lead to a more profound and enduring happiness in your life.
Stephanie Harrison is an expert in the science of happiness and the creator of the New Happy philosophy. She has a master’s degree in positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where she was later an instructor, and was previously the Director of Learning at Thrive Global, leading the development of science-based programs that improve well-being.
TIMESTAMPS
- 1:42 The story behind New Happy
- 3:24 Stephanie’s background
- 7:49 What is happiness?
- 8:53 Old Happy vs New Happy
- 18:45 Appying the New Happy in our lives
- 22:41 Tools to boost self-worth
- 25:58 The obstacles to happiness
- 33:30 How to connect with other people
- 34:47 Stephanie’s lifestyle
- 38:06 Changing our focus
- 40:35 Finding happiness among challenging times
- 43:43 How can we have greater compassion for ourselves
- 45:32 Final message
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