Finding authentic, lasting happiness with Dr. Ilene Cohen

Most Self-Improved hosts Erin Jensen and Bhavana Chilukuri welcome marriage and family therapist Dr. Ilene Cohen for this episode on happiness. Discover how a strong foundation built on values and principles, rather than fleeting pleasures, leads to true fulfillment. And learn about the impact of relationships, self-evaluation, and overcoming challenges to achieve lasting joy. Whether you're seeking ways to align your behaviors with your values or curious about the difference between instant gratification and genuine happiness, this episode offers deep insights and practical advice to enhance your well-being.In this episode:3:00 Introduction of marriage and family therapist, Dr. Ilene Cohen3:43 A foundation for happiness5:20 Defining happiness 9:43 Pillars of happiness14:08 Tying your happiness to goals: “When the goal is just attached to ‘Because it will make me happy’ that’s where we go wrong”16:58 How to rethink your goalsMore:For more information on Dr. Ilene, visit her website, check out her books, or her article, Is the Pursuit of Happiness a Source of Unhappiness?Subscribe to Most Self-Improved and tell us what you enjoyed about this episode on Instagram.