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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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#589 The Cold Brew Soul: Why Rushing Extracts the Bitterness of Life
6d ago00:13:01Tap 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
2w ago00:11:27Tap 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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#587 The Inherited Self: Breaking the Cycles You Didn't Choose
3w ago00:09:56Tap to summarizeWe all enter adulthood carrying a set of invisible scripts handed down to us by our families and our early environments. But what happens when you realize that the way you handle stress, relationships, or anger wasn't actually chosen by you, but was simply absorbed when you were young? In this episode, we are going to explore the profound practice of self-inquiry—learning how to bravely examine our childhood conditioning so we can consciously keep the beautiful habits we were taught, and permanently break the cycles we are destined to repeat if we stay on autopilot. 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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#586 The Secret to Happiness: Don't Grow Up
4w ago00:09:42Tap to summarizeIf you were to ask one of the most formidable, erudite intellectuals of the 20th century for the secret to happiness, you might expect a complex, highly philosophical answer. Yet, when the brilliant writer William F. Buckley Jr. was asked this very question, his response was simply: 'Don't grow up.' In this episode, we are going to explore why holding onto our childlike wonder is not immature, but rather the ultimate pinnacle of intellectual, artistic, and spiritual maturity." New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Clinical 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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#585 The Kindness Filter: Where to Look When People Are Mean
May 100:10:53Tap to summarizeHave you ever had one of those days where it feels like the whole world woke up on the wrong side of the bed, and everyone you interact with is just a little bit rude? This past weekend, I had an experience at a restaurant where I was surrounded by unkindness, until one stranger stepped in and completely changed the trajectory of my day. In this episode, we are going to talk about the magic of shifting our focus away from the people who drain us, and actively seeking out the smiling faces that the Universe always provides. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Clinical 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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#584 The Eternity Test: Would You Choose This Day Forever?
Apr 2400:12:03Tap to summarizeImagine a visitor coming to you in the middle of the night and telling you that the life you are living right now—every joy, every pain, every mundane Tuesday—will be repeated over and over again for all of eternity. Would that thought make you fall to the floor in despair, or would you view it as the ultimate divine gift? In this episode, we are going to explore the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche's greatest thought experiment, and discover how using 'The Eternity Test' can profoundly transform the way we live, love, and experience this exact moment. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D. 🎧 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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#583 Sculpting the Soul: Building a Mind and Spirit You Love
Apr 1700:11:21Tap to summarizeWe live in a world obsessed with physical fitness. We spend hours at the gym, carefully track our diets, and celebrate the visible muscles in the mirror, but how much time do we spend actively developing our inner selves? In this episode, we are going to explore the forgotten art of 'sculpting the soul,' and discover how to intentionally build an invisible physique of peace, joy, and resilience that will far outlast our physical bodies. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D. 🎧 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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#582 The Ultimate Anti-Aging Secret: Letting Go of Anger
Apr 1000:12:44Tap to summarizeRecently, the legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke celebrated his 100th birthday, and when asked for his secret to a long life, he didn't credit a strict diet or an intense workout routine. He attributed his century of life to maintaining a positive outlook and making a conscious choice not to get angry. In this episode, we are going to explore the actual science behind his claim, and learn how mastering our emotional reactions might just be the greatest anti-aging medicine in the world. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D. 🎧 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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#581 The Company You Keep: How Your Tribe Shapes Your Destiny
Apr 300:11:06Tap to summarizeMotivational speaker Jim Rohn famously said that we are the average of the five people we spend the most time with. But what happens when you decide to live a healthier, happier, and kinder life, and you realize your current circle isn't on that same path? In this episode, we are going to explore the profound psychological influence our 'tribe' has over us, how to recognize when a group is holding you back, and how to finally find the people who reflect the life you actually want to live. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D. 🎧 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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#580 The Comfort of the Cage: Why We Fear the Open Door
Mar 2700:12:01Tap to summarizeYears ago, during my clinical internship at a VA hospital, I worked with a man who had spent most of his adult life in prison. When he was finally released, the vastness of his freedom terrified him so much that his only desire was to go back to his cell. In this episode, we are going to explore why human beings are so deeply wired to choose familiar misery over the terrifying unknown, and how to finally step out of the invisible cages we build for ourselves. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D. 🎧 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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