Why Chasing Happiness Makes Us Unhappy — and What Actually Brings Peace

Send me a messageWe live in a world that tells us we should always be happy.So we smile, say we’re “doing great,” and hide what we’re really feeling — even from the people closest to us.But what if this constant pressure to be happy is actually making things worse?In this podcast, we explore how forcing happiness, avoiding discomfort, and chasing pleasure can create more suffering, not less. You’ll learn why unhappiness is not a failure, why trying to “fix” it can backfire, and how acceptance, awareness, and stillness can lead to a deeper, more natural sense of peace. The goal isn’t to be happy all the time — it’s to stop fighting what you feel and discover what’s already there beneath it.Please enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.For the days when life feels like too much, these 4 free books are for you. Get the free 4-books bundleIf my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I’d be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the PodcastAnd if you’d like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.