In The Circle

99. What Is the True Meaning of Happiness in Life and Recovery?


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In this week’s episode of In The Circle, we’re joined by John, who poses one of humanity’s most timeless questions: What is happiness? 

In recovery, we often hear about being “happy, joyous, and free,” the ultimate state achieved through the transformative work of recovery. But what does that truly mean?

John's question invites us to explore the essence of happiness and its distinction from contentment. This conversation sets the stage for an important teaching known as the Seven Steps to Happiness. This powerful framework begins and ends in unexpected places, guiding us toward a deeper understanding of joy and fulfillment.

This teaching illuminates a pathway to happiness and a profound state of contentment, reminding us that these states are attainable through conscious choice. 

Tommy Discusses:

  • The road to happiness
  • Is happiness the same thing as contentment?
  • We’ll never find inner peace if we look to the external world
  • Meditation is the pathway to true contentment


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Addiction is part of everyone’s journey, but recovery is not. The Recovery 2.0 Membership is a place where you can explore the topics that interest you, find community, and connect with Tommy Rosen on a personal level. It’s here that we’ll dig into spirituality and union of the mind, body, and spirit, and transform from the inside out. You will learn and grow alongside a community of supportive, conscious, compassionate, and vibrant individuals, like you!

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