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Happiness Podcast
Hosted by Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D. · EN
Do you ever wonder what it takes to lead a peaceful, happy life? Are you curious about the specific steps involved in a self-actualized, limitless life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you just plain tired and want some help? We explore all these concerns and more every week on the Happiness Podcast, which has been downloaded over 10 million times since its inception. Happiness does not happen by chance, but because we take specific actions in our lives to create it. Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., author of 13 books, TV show host, Psychology Today blogger, and corporate trainer, has been studying the actions it takes to reach the highest levels of human achievement for decades, and he wants to share what he knows with you. Come and explore, along with millions of others from the Happiness Podcast, Dr. Puff books and Psychology Today blog, private clients and corporate workshop attendees, the specific steps to take so that you can soar in your life. To learn more, go to: http://www.HappinessPodcast.org/
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#597 The Architecture of Serenity: Building Inner Peace That Last
2w ago00:10:56Tap to summarizeWhen you walk through the historic cities of Europe, you are surrounded by massive cathedrals that have survived wars, storms, and centuries of time—all because the architects spent years pouring deep, heavy foundations before they ever built the beautiful spires. But in our own lives, we often try to build our happiness like a temporary tent, propping it up with a fleeting good mood or a fun weekend, only to watch it collapse the moment a storm hits. In this episode, we are going to explore the 'architecture of serenity,' and learn how to do the deep, unglamorous foundational work required to build an inner peace that is completely unshakeable. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist 🎧 Listen now at https://www.HappinessPodcast.org Do you want to live a peaceful, happy life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you simply ready to take the next step toward your full potential? Join Dr. Robert Puff, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, on the Happiness Podcast. With over 20 million downloads, the podcast explores the specific actions you can take to create lasting happiness. A licensed psychologist in Newport Beach, California and author of 15 books, Dr. Puff has spent decades studying human achievement and sharing what he's learned. He wants to help you learn the steps you need to take to soar in your own life. His blog for Psychology Today has captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness. Explore more: The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free. Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books. Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd Contact Dr. Puff: Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889 Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media: · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/ · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/
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#596 How to Be Kind to Yourself When You Are Struggling
3w ago00:14:51Tap to summarizeWe spend so much of our lives looking sideways, measuring our success, our relationships, and our happiness against the people around us. But this is a rigged game, because we are comparing our internal reality to someone else's highlight reel, forgetting that they had a completely different upbringing, biology, and life experience than we did. In this episode, we are going to explore how to step off the treadmill of comparison by focusing on the only benchmark that matters—being a better you than you were yesterday—and how using the Golden Rule as your ultimate metric is the true secret to lifelong peace. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist 🎧 Listen now at https://www.HappinessPodcast.org Do you want to live a peaceful, happy life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you simply ready to take the next step toward your full potential? Join Dr. Robert Puff, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, on the Happiness Podcast. With over 20 million downloads, the podcast explores the specific actions you can take to create lasting happiness. A licensed psychologist in Newport Beach, California and author of 15 books, Dr. Puff has spent decades studying human achievement and sharing what he's learned. He wants to help you learn the steps you need to take to soar in your own life. His blog for Psychology Today has captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness. Explore more: The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free. Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books. Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd Contact Dr. Puff: Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889 Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media: · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/ · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/
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#595 The Fasting Mind: How Silence Heals the Brain
4w ago00:12:22Tap to summarizeIn the world of physical wellness, we know that giving the body a break from digesting food allows it to perform a miracle called autophagy—a state where it literally cleans out cellular waste and repairs itself. But while we have learned to rest our stomachs, we almost never rest our minds. We feed our brains a twenty-four-hour diet of news, notifications, and endless problem-solving. In this episode, we are going to explore the concept of 'Mental Fasting,' and discover how creating windows of absolute silence is the only way the mind can clear out emotional waste and return to a baseline of deep peace. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist 🎧 Listen now at https://www.HappinessPodcast.org Do you want to live a peaceful, happy life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you simply ready to take the next step toward your full potential? Join Dr. Robert Puff, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, on the Happiness Podcast. With over 20 million downloads, the podcast explores the specific actions you can take to create lasting happiness. A licensed psychologist in Newport Beach, California and author of 15 books, Dr. Puff has spent decades studying human achievement and sharing what he's learned. He wants to help you learn the steps you need to take to soar in your own life. His blog for Psychology Today has captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness. Explore more: The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free. Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books. Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd Contact Dr. Puff: Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889 Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media: · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/ · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/
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#594 The Agathist Advantage: Trusting the Friction of Life
Jul 300:13:14Tap to summarizeIn the modern wellness world, we are often told to 'just think positive' and push away our painful emotions, but this toxic positivity usually just leaves us feeling isolated and exhausted. True spiritual resilience is not about pretending everything is perfect; it is about feeling the pain while maintaining a deep, unshakeable trust that the Universe is ultimately working in your favor. In this episode, we are going to explore the ancient philosophy of Agathism, and discover how the hardest seasons of our lives are actually providing the exact resistance training our souls need to grow. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist 🎧 Listen now at https://www.HappinessPodcast.org Do you want to live a peaceful, happy life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you simply ready to take the next step toward your full potential? Join Dr. Robert Puff, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, on the Happiness Podcast. With over 20 million downloads, the podcast explores the specific actions you can take to create lasting happiness. A licensed psychologist in Newport Beach, California and author of 15 books, Dr. Puff has spent decades studying human achievement and sharing what he's learned. He wants to help you learn the steps you need to take to soar in your own life. His blog for Psychology Today has captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness. Explore more: The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free. Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books. Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd Contact Dr. Puff: Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889 Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media: · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/ · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/
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#593 The Art of Perspective: Finding Peace in the Big Picture
Jun 2600:10:48Tap to summarizeWhen you stand two inches away from a masterpiece in an art museum, you don't see a beautiful landscape or a bustling city street; you just see chaotic, messy, disjointed blobs of paint. It isn't until you take a few steps back that those chaotic strokes resolve into a brilliant work of art. In this episode, we are going to explore how we often live our lives standing two inches away from the canvas—staring directly at our daily frustrations and panicking—and we will learn the psychological art of stepping back to see the beautiful masterpiece that is actually unfolding. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist 🎧 Listen now at https://www.HappinessPodcast.org Do you want to live a peaceful, happy life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you simply ready to take the next step toward your full potential? Join Dr. Robert Puff, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, on the Happiness Podcast. With over 20 million downloads, the podcast explores the specific actions you can take to create lasting happiness. A licensed psychologist in Newport Beach, California and author of 15 books, Dr. Puff has spent decades studying human achievement and sharing what he's learned. He wants to help you learn the steps you need to take to soar in your own life. His blog for Psychology Today has captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness. Explore more: The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free. Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books. Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd Contact Dr. Puff: Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889 Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media: · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/ · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/
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#592 Investing in Your Soul: The Math of True Happiness
Jun 1900:14:00Tap to summarizeWhen we invest our money, we understand the magic of compounding interest—how a small daily deposit, left alone over decades, transforms into staggering wealth. Yet, we rarely apply this same mathematical principle to our emotional well-being. We expect one meditation session or one good day to fix all our anxiety. In this episode, we are going to explore the compounding interest of peace, and discover how tiny, consistent habits of mindfulness multiply over time to create a reservoir of inner resilience that no external crisis can shake." New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist 🎧 Listen now at https://www.HappinessPodcast.org Do you want to live a peaceful, happy life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you simply ready to take the next step toward your full potential? Join Dr. Robert Puff, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, on the Happiness Podcast. With over 20 million downloads, the podcast explores the specific actions you can take to create lasting happiness. A licensed psychologist in Newport Beach, California and author of 15 books, Dr. Puff has spent decades studying human achievement and sharing what he's learned. He wants to help you learn the steps you need to take to soar in your own life. His blog for Psychology Today has captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness. Explore more: The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free. Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books. Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd Contact Dr. Puff: Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889 Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media: · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/ · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/
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#591 Glimpsing Infinity: The Limitless Depth of Right Now
Jun 1200:09:27Tap to summarizeWhen we hear the word 'infinity,' we usually picture a boundless stretch of time, constantly moving forward into a future we can never quite reach. Because we are always looking ahead, we miss the absolute miracle of what is happening right in front of us. In this episode, we are going to explore how true peace isn't found by living longer or doing more, but by dropping vertically into the present moment and discovering the infinite depth of right now. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist 🎧 Listen now at https://www.HappinessPodcast.org Do you want to live a peaceful, happy life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you simply ready to take the next step toward your full potential? Join Dr. Robert Puff, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, on the Happiness Podcast. With over 20 million downloads, the podcast explores the specific actions you can take to create lasting happiness. A licensed psychologist in Newport Beach, California and author of 15 books, Dr. Puff has spent decades studying human achievement and sharing what he's learned. He wants to help you learn the steps you need to take to soar in your own life. His blog for Psychology Today has captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness. Explore more: The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free. Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books. Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd Contact Dr. Puff: Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889 Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media: · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/ · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/
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#590 The Geography of Joy: Taking Your Mind on Vacation
Jun 500:10:53Tap to summarizeWe often believe that booking a flight to a beautiful destination will automatically bring us peace, expecting a change of scenery to magically cure our stress. But the profound truth is: wherever you go, there you are. In this episode, we are going to explore the 'Geography of Joy,' and discover how to cultivate an internal sanctuary that remains perfectly serene—whether you are navigating the delays of an airport, walking the cobblestones of an old European city, or simply sitting quietly in your own backyard. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist 🎧 Listen now at https://www.HappinessPodcast.org Do you want to live a peaceful, happy life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you simply ready to take the next step toward your full potential? Join Dr. Robert Puff, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, on the Happiness Podcast. With over 20 million downloads, the podcast explores the specific actions you can take to create lasting happiness. A licensed psychologist in Newport Beach, California and author of 15 books, Dr. Puff has spent decades studying human achievement and sharing what he's learned. He wants to help you learn the steps you need to take to soar in your own life. His blog for Psychology Today has captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness. Explore more: The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free. Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books. Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd Contact Dr. Puff: Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889 Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media: · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/ · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/
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#589 The Cold Brew Soul: Why Rushing Extracts the Bitterness of Life
May 2900:13:01Tap to summarizeIn our modern, hyper-productive world, we want everything instantly. But the greatest joys, the deepest relationships, and the most profound inner peace cannot be microwaved or rushed. In this episode, we are going to explore the psychological art of slowing down, and discover how trading our frantic urgency for gentle patience allows us to finally extract the sweetness of life rather than its bitterness. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist 🎧 Listen now at https://www.HappinessPodcast.org Do you want to live a peaceful, happy life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you simply ready to take the next step toward your full potential? Join Dr. Robert Puff, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, on the Happiness Podcast. With over 20 million downloads, the podcast explores the specific actions you can take to create lasting happiness. A licensed psychologist in Newport Beach, California and author of 15 books, Dr. Puff has spent decades studying human achievement and sharing what he's learned. He wants to help you learn the steps you need to take to soar in your own life. His blog for Psychology Today has captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness. Explore more: The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free. Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books. Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd Contact Dr. Puff: Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889 Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media: · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/ · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/
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#588 The Science of Awe: How Wonder Rewires the Brain
May 2200:11:27Tap to summarizeWhen we feel anxious or overwhelmed, we usually try to think our way out of it. We analyze our problems, we ruminate, and we try to logic our way to peace. But modern neuroscience has discovered a much more beautiful solution: you can't always think your way out of an anxious mind—sometimes, you have to look your way out of it. In this episode, we are exploring the incredible science of awe, and how experiencing wonder acts as a biological reset button that shrinks the ego and brings us true peace. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist 🎧 Listen now at https://www.HappinessPodcast.org Do you want to live a peaceful, happy life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you simply ready to take the next step toward your full potential? Join Dr. Robert Puff, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, on the Happiness Podcast. With over 20 million downloads, the podcast explores the specific actions you can take to create lasting happiness. A licensed psychologist in Newport Beach, California and author of 15 books, Dr. Puff has spent decades studying human achievement and sharing what he's learned. He wants to help you learn the steps you need to take to soar in your own life. His blog for Psychology Today has captivated nearly 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness. Explore more: The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free. Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books. Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd Contact Dr. Puff: Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889 Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media: · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/ · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/
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