Happiness Podcast
Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D.
Show overview
Happiness Podcast has been publishing since 2011, and across the 15 years since has built a catalogue of 594 episodes. That works out to roughly 160 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 14 min and 18 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Health & Fitness show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 26 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2021, with 53 episodes published. Published by Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D..
From the publisher
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/
Latest Episodes
View all 594 episodes#593 The Art of Perspective: Finding Peace in the Big Picture
#592 Investing in Your Soul: The Math of True Happiness
#591 Glimpsing Infinity: The Limitless Depth of Right Now
#590 The Geography of Joy: Taking Your Mind on Vacation
#589 The Cold Brew Soul: Why Rushing Extracts the Bitterness of Life
#588 The Science of Awe: How Wonder Rewires the Brain
#587 The Inherited Self: Breaking the Cycles You Didn't Choose
#586 The Secret to Happiness: Don't Grow Up
#585 The Kindness Filter: Where to Look When People Are Mean
#584 The Eternity Test: Would You Choose This Day Forever?
#583 Sculpting the Soul: Building a Mind and Spirit You Love
#582 The Ultimate Anti-Aging Secret: Letting Go of Anger
#581 The Company You Keep: How Your Tribe Shapes Your Destiny
Motivational 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 SHAPE \* MERGEFORMAT 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: [email protected] 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/
#580 The Comfort of the Cage: Why We Fear the Open Door
Years 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: [email protected] 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/
#579 The Divine Playground: Why the Universe Wants You to Play
We spend our adult lives either exhausted from overworking or checking out through mindless distractions, convinced that the Universe is keeping a strict scorecard of our accomplishments. But think of a loving parent watching their toddler—they don't care about the child's productivity or intellect; they just want to see them experience the pure joy of the sandbox. In this episode, we will explore the ancient concept of Lila, or 'divine play,' and discover why doing things that truly fill your soul might be the highest spiritual calling you have. 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: [email protected] 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/
#578 The Untouchable Mind: How to Find Peace in a Chaotic World
Look at the news today, and you will see a world paralyzed by economic uncertainty, political chaos, and the constant fear of losing what we have. But what if you could reach a point where your happiness was so deeply anchored in simple, everyday beauty that you became completely untouchable by the madness around you? In this episode, we will explore the ancient wisdom of the Stoics and Eastern philosophers to discover how mastering the fear of loss is the ultimate key to absolute inner freedom. 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: [email protected] 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/
#577 Surviving vs. Thriving: Overcoming Your Brain's Hardwired Fear of Loss
Have you ever wondered why the pain of losing a hundred dollars feels so much more intense than the joy of finding a hundred dollars? In the 1970s, psychologists proved that our brains are literally hardwired by evolution to fear loss twice as much as we desire gain. In this episode, we are going to explore the science of 'Keeping Your Stuff,' and discover how this ancient survival mechanism might be the exact thing keeping you stuck in a life, a job, or a mindset you outgrew years ago. 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: [email protected] 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/
#576 Who Would You Be IF No One Was Watching?
Most of us live our lives on a stage, constantly performing for an invisible audience of parents, peers, or society, terrified of hearing silence instead of applause. But what if the curtain came down, the lights went out, and there was no one left to impress but yourself? In this episode, we will explore the radical freedom of taking off the mask and discovering the life you were actually meant to live, not the one you were told to perform. 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: [email protected] 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/
#575 How to Have Everything by Clinging to Nothing
Have you ever tried to hold onto water or a handful of sand? The tighter you squeeze your fist, the faster it slips through your fingers, yet when you open your hand, it rests there effortlessly. In this episode, we will explore the profound spiritual paradox that true abundance and love can only enter an open hand, and discover how to deeply enjoy the world without the suffocating grip of attachment. 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: [email protected] 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/
#574 Better Bored Than Sorry: Why We Create Chaos to Escape Quiet
The French philosopher Blaise Pascal once famously said, 'All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone.' We often treat boredom as a minor annoyance, but modern psychology tells us it is actually a powerful drive that can push us toward addiction, unnecessary drama, and destructive risks just to feel alive. In this episode, we will explore why your brain hates the quiet, and how to turn that restless energy into creativity instead of chaos. 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: [email protected] 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/