Episode 9: Finding Happiness in the Pandemic Age

21/04/2021 20 min Temporada 1 Episodio 9

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Episode Synopsis

While the pursuit of happiness is a timeless theme, it is of special relevance today as our collective wellbeing is tested by a global pandemic. Although we found new ways to work, learn and socialize, a year of stress and uncertainty has no doubt taken a toll on our mental health. In this episode, health coach Will reflects on the contemporary psychology of happiness and shares some popular ways to boost happiness in an era of reduced social activity, mixed work and family domains, and way too much screen time. 
Some themes of the discussion include:

When the pursuit of happiness backfires
You have problems, and that’s a good thing
The need for better leisure time
Cultivate optimism, but also a little defensive pessimism