Chasing Contentment: Lisa Chapin's Insights on Sobertown Podcast
So maybe happiness isn't striving for happiness after all, which just kind of blows my mind.
Why does happiness often feel just out of reach? In this engaging episode of the Sobertown Podcast, guest hosts Sara Malloy and Elaine Skylar Neal sit down with Lisa Chapin, a Licensed Addiction & Professional Counselor, to tackle this perplexing question. Lisa unpacks the common belief that happiness hinges on achieving specific milestones, only to find those milestones don’t bring the expected joy.
She takes listeners on a journey back to the origins of these notions and offers a fresh perspective on why constant happiness isn't the ultimate goal. Lisa Chapin brings her wealth of experience in addiction counseling and trauma therapy to the table, sharing practical advice on how to cultivate contentment in daily life. From the importance of self-acceptance and self-compassion to the role of values in our happiness, Lisa covers it all.
She also delves into tools like journaling and reflection, and emphasizes the importance of community in our pursuit of a fulfilling life. If you've ever found yourself thinking, 'I'll be happy when...', this episode is for you. Lisa's down-to-earth approach and professional insights provide a roadmap for finding contentment right where you are. Tune in to learn how to shift your mindset and embrace a more contented life.