Why can't I feel happy lately? If you've tried journaling, gratitude lists, or self-care Sundays and still feel stuck, this one's for you.

In this episode, I'm breaking down the four hidden blocks keeping even the most self-aware people from joy: expectations, destination anxiety, core wounds, and comparison. Then I'll share three "joy-adjacent" practices (presence, gratitude, and acceptance) that actually help you feel better without needing a full life overhaul.

Here's what I wish someone had told me: We treat joy as if it's a treasure found through an elaborate scavenger hunt, instead of a garden we tend daily. If you've been chasing happiness and coming up empty, let's figure out what's really going on.

You'll leave with therapist-backed tools you can use today.

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