Stop Chasing Happiness: Why the Goal Is the Problem + What To Do Instead (Episode #36)

🔗 Book your FREE Hormone Clarity Call HERE What if the pursuit of happiness is exactly what's making you unhappy?Recording less than a week out from ACL reconstruction surgery and battling what might be the flu, Jess is using a very personal hard season as the jumping-off point for one of the most universal questions there is. In this episode, she introduces the concept of eudaimonia — an ancient Greek philosophy of wellbeing — and makes the case that happiness is a feeling that was never meant to last, and that chasing it might be the wrong goal entirely. In this episode, she covers:Why happiness is a feeling — and why feelings don't lastEudaimonia vs. hedonism: the difference between chasing pleasure and living wellWhat Yale's 'Science of Well-Being' reveals about what actually creates lasting happinessThe deep connection between health and happiness — and why you can't fully separate the twoEvidence supported strategies for developing contentment and peace that surpasses happiness Connect with Jess:Instagram: @vitalbalancewithjess Website: jessicatrone.comEmail: [email protected]: The content shared in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or practitioners and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician prior to beginning any fitness, health, or wellness regimen or routine.