Ever feel like you’re supposed to be happy all the time? That’s not how it works!
In a recent podcast chat, Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Professor Laurie Santos spilled the tea on happiness. Turns out, it’s normal to have a mix of emotions. We’re humans, not robots. Feeling sad, angry, or anxious? Those aren’t just random blips. They’re like warning signs telling you something needs attention.
So, what’s the secret to happiness?
Patricia Wu and Erin Cain discuss how it’s not about faking it till you make it. It’s about being real with yourself. What truly lights you up? What gives you joy? Focus on those things, and the happiness muscle will naturally get stronger.
Don’t beat yourself up during hard times. Your feelings are valid, and they can even be valuable teachers. Don’t chase after some impossible ideal of constant happiness. Embrace all of your emotions, the good and the “bad.” That’s the real path to a fulfilling life.
So go ahead, give yourself permission to feel what you feel.
