#451 The Key to Happiness is: “Malleability”

The Key to Happiness is: “Malleability” Our world is changing at an unprecedented pace.  How do we find happiness with all the changes we must adjust to?  In this talk, we explore how "malleability" is the critical ingredient to experience happiness even with all the changes in our lives and worlds. The world is changing rapidly and the key to happiness is to be able to adapt to change. Malleability is the ability to be flexible and adaptable. It is the ability to change our minds, our behaviors, and our perspectives in order to thrive in a changing world. There are a number of things we can do to become more malleable, such as: Be open-minded. Be willing to consider new ideas and perspectives, even if they are different from our own. Be adaptable. Be willing to change our plans and behaviors in response to changing circumstances. Be resilient. Be able to bounce back from setbacks and failures. Malleability is essential for happiness in all areas of our lives, from our careers to our relationships to our personal growth. Here are some additional thoughts on the episode: The episode discusses the importance of having a growth mindset. A growth mindset is the belief that our abilities can be developed through hard work and dedication. People with a growth mindset are more likely to embrace challenges and learn from their mistakes. The episode also discusses the importance of having a sense of purpose. A sense of purpose gives us a sense of direction and meaning in life. People with a strong sense of purpose are more likely to be happy and fulfilled. Overall, the episode provides a valuable message about the importance of malleability for happiness. In a rapidly changing world, it is more important than ever to be able to adapt and change. By becoming more malleable, we can increase our chances of happiness in all areas of our lives. New Happiness Podcast episode with Dr. Robert Puff, Newport Beach Psychologist