#4 Happiness Is Not The Point#4 Happiness Is Not The Point
Grateful Blessed Mess Podcast- Daily Reflections For Fellow 12 Steppers
Nora Franche explains why happiness isn't the main goal in recovery, advocating for deeper fulfillment through spiritual solutions.
8:05•4 Jan 2023
Finding True Fulfillment: Nora Franche on Why Happiness Isn't the Goal
“But we're not attached to either one. They don't mean anything about us and our goodness, they just are.”
Ever wonder why happiness seems so elusive, even when you think you’ve found it? In this episode of the 'Grateful Blessed Mess' podcast, Nora Franche dives into the thought-provoking idea that 'Happiness is not the point'. For many on the 12-step journey, the quest for happiness can feel like chasing a mirage. Nora suggests that what we often seek is a fleeting, superficial happiness, but there’s a deeper, more lasting fulfillment to be found.
She argues that true contentment comes from a spiritual solution to our physical problems, not from clinging to the highs or avoiding the lows. Through her own experiences and mindset coaching insights, Nora explores how detaching from both the good and bad can lead to a richer, fuller existence. She shares personal stories of how facing tough times head-on has brought unexpected grace into her life.
If you’re curious about how mindset coaching can transform your recovery journey, Nora’s reflections offer a fresh perspective that’s both encouraging and enlightening. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that might just change the way you think about happiness and fulfillment.

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