The 5 Keys to Happiness According to Science | Tal Ben-Shahar

Is there a secret to finding joy and happiness in life even when you’re struggling?

If you search the internet for advice on how to be happy, you will come across an ocean of results. Experts tout suggestions like getting good sleep, eating a nutritious diet, practicing gratitude and meditation, and everything in between. But is there a practical, science-based approach for finding these sometimes elusive emotions no matter what life throws your way?

To talk about this topic more in-depth, I’m excited to welcome Tal Ben-Shahar to the show today. Tal is a pioneering expert on positive psychology. He’s lectured all over the world and was the first person to design and launch a Master’s Degree in Happiness Studies. Tal is also the co-founder and chief learning officer of The Happiness Studies Academy.

The truth is, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to happiness. But there is a five-step staircase to help you climb out of despair so you can cultivate resilience and creativity in the face of adversity. Listen in as Tal equips you with actionable strategies for finding meaning, nurturing your mind, fostering supportive relationships, and embracing all of your emotions.

0:00 Tal Ben-Shahar
3:24 What is happiness?
6:00 Barriers to happiness
8:11 What is resilience 2.0
10:41 How trauma leads to growth
17:20 How to be happy
30:00 Why happiness is important

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[xmugzqm]

Happiness is a feeling, and as all feelings, they come and go. If you chase happiness you’re on the wrong path. Same with thoughts. Feel them, see them, but don’t associate with them! You must have a path to follow, whatever that path is for you, once you have that you know where you’re going. “No wind can help you sail, if you don’t know where you’re going “ you’re just drifting with no purpose. Stay disciplined, stay focused, stay strong! Peace out ✌🏻

[Freewill]

Happiness is a combination of spiritual, physical, intellectual, relational, and emotional well-being, not just a single state of mind.

[shanashawl]

The metaphor about rainbow... The SPIRE acronym.. Their flow of conversation is smooth...
Both of them are excellent conversationalists.. very understandable.. simple.. and in depth..
I felt like being supercharged for a short amount of time.. Like a phone connected to a quick charger.. Felt like a fast download kinda thing.. ❤
This podcast indirectly leads to happiness 💎🌈☀️😉
Thank you~~ 🎶

[candicewatts]

PTG = Post Traumatic Growth...we often forget that every single person we look up to today to inspire us and help us to become happier, more successful, more in love, healthier, smarter, and at one with THEE has that story of traumatic growth. We see them now and it just seems as if they had to have been born that way.✌🙏😇

[briansingh]

I used what I have explored here to give my grade 5 students the building blocks for well-being. I appreciate your mission and purpose. I am truly Inspired.

[cddasdarasfdasf]

Ive been following dr Tal Ben-Shahar for 10 years now he really is a great psychologist

[kyle_dabs]

Elementes that influnce happiness S.p.i.r.e acronym

S- Spiritual well being
P- Physical well being
I- Intellectual well being
R- Relatinal well being
E- Emotional well being

[marika]

Loved hearing about how curiosity extends life!❤ Unfortunately, society has been discouraging curiosity and asking questions.

[marcongelela]

Real amazing topic
I wish to have more as to enhance my happiness.

Thank you Jim for everything you do for helping people in solving mental health problems.

[laborinque]

Enjoyed another podcast! Bless your heart, Jim.

[EcomCarl]

your insights remind us that memory is not just a fixed trait but a skill that can be developed with the right techniques. 💡 By focusing on motivation, attention, and practice, we can enhance our ability to remember names and faces, ultimately strengthening our relationships and connections.

[drjulia]

Only tru this podcast ..that I know simple defination of depression .." Sadness without Hope "..if we give hope to ourself and others! When crisis hit us ...we know what to do !! CREATE HAPPINESS !!

[Bianca-swid]

There are things that are not doable in South Africa if you don't have a job or sufficient resources (social security), it's not able to get to the happy mindset with things that cost money, exercise and a specific diet require regular practice with use of social security and it's sometimes can only be done in smaller amounts. . .

[YuliaGrushevskaya-bihe]

Never have blalme only gratitude! Wonderfull topic, all we attract id to make us stronger wiser better🎉😊. I am so happy of all my expériences i can see how i have grown emotionally thanks to some mean People i am so gratefull to them i live what i am becoming. I enjoy so much learning about myself🎉😅

[jasmineuelese]

this was such a great interview. i learnt so much but also appreciated the advice and resources.

[atimnile]

Great episodes; very insightful on our Ups and downs in Life and being conscious about it .

[TheSendaBigSmileChallenge]

I always look for a reason to smile whether it is the sunny day, family and friends or just the birds chirping! Smiling leads to happiness every time! Try it and see if finding positive things around you that make you smile increases your happiness! 😀👍

[starrsteele]

I like the tiny mics jim❤what's up with the trend on having huge mics on podcasts 😮

[mohamadelmrabet]

Is there a doctorate on this subject? Sorry, but I believe that you're talking about something else, not happiness.