In this conversation, Michelle Glogovac and Stephanie Harrison explore the concept of happiness, emphasizing a new philosophy that encourages individuals to pursue happiness in a way that positively impacts the world. Stephanie shares her personal journey towards finding happiness, her book, New Happy, and the importance of empathy, community, and compassion in fostering well-being. They discuss the challenges of navigating pain, the transformative power of helping others, and the need for open conversations about suffering. The dialogue highlights the significance of understanding resistance to change and the hope for a better future through collective efforts.

Takeaways

• Happiness can be pursued in a new way that benefits both individuals and society.
• Identifying personal passions can lead to a sense of purpose.
• Empathy and connection are essential for building a supportive community.
• Presence and attention are powerful forms of help for those in pain.
• Everyone experiences suffering, and recognizing this can foster compassion.
• Community plays a crucial role in healing and supporting individuals.
• Helping others can lead to personal transformation and fulfillment.
• Understanding that everyone wants to be happy can bridge divides.
• Self-interest can align with the well-being of others for societal change.
• Open conversations about pain and disappointment can lead to healing.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Happiness and Purpose 02:56 The New Happiness Philosophy 05:50 Finding Personal Happiness 09:01 Empathy and Connection 12:09 Navigating Pain and Compassion 14:48 The Role of Community in Healing 18:09 Transformative Power of Helping Others 21:00 Understanding Resistance to Change 23:57 Compassion in the Face of Division 27:10 Hope for a Better Future

Links

The New Happy

http://www.thenewhappy.com/