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How To Live Happier

How To Live Happier

Capitalism has coerced us into thinking about contentment in terms of possessions, and many of us accumulate both stuff and money in hopes of living happier.  But time and time again research finds that happiness is actually found in places that are notoriously free: in getting good sleep, in nurturing quality relationships, and in giving, to name a few.

Today I bring you an interview with podcaster Julia Szpor. Julia and I discuss the latest science-backed findings into how each of us can live happier amidst a culture that glorifies consumption.

 

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[10:30] Do genetics come into play when discussing happiness?

[11:15] The Number One way to teach yourself  to overcome Negativity Bias

[15:15] Letting go of expectations for greater well-being

[19:45] What science says about spending money on others

[22:00] Why thinking critically about the 5 people you spend the most time with is worth the effort

[24:00] Where you should *actually* spend your money for long term happiness

 

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Capitalism has coerced us into thinking about happiness in terms of possessions. But time and time again research finds that happiness is actually found in places that are notoriously free: in getting good sleep, in nurturing quality relationships, and in giving, to name a few. On this episode of the Sustainable Minimalists podcast: the latest science-backed findings into how each of us can live happier amidst a culture that glorifies consumption.

Capitalism has coerced us into thinking about happiness in terms of possessions. But time and time again research finds that happiness is actually found in places that are notoriously free: in getting good sleep, in nurturing quality relationships, and in giving, to name a few. On this episode of the Sustainable Minimalists podcast: the latest science-backed findings into how each of us can live happier amidst a culture that glorifies consumption.

 

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When the world is burning, finding joy can feel impossible—or worse, selfish. How do we make space for celebration without turning a blind eye to reality? Why would we even want to?

While it can feel like a heavy lift, practicing joy is, in fact, an act of resistance. Joy prevents burnout, moves energy, builds solidarity, and promotes resilience.

On today’s show, author Cheryl Leutjen dives into the idea that choosing delight counters the oppressive systems that thrive on our exhaustion, isolation, and apathy.

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[5:30] Are we dancing while the Titanic sinks?

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