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The Mental Health Toolbox Podcast

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  • How To Be Happy - The Secret To Fulfillment (Ryan A. Bush)

How To Be Happy - The Secret To Fulfillment (Ryan A. Bush)

Tuesday 20th February 2024

Explore happiness beyond pleasure and pain with Ryan A. Bush on The Mental Health Toolbox Podcast. Gain practical tools for a fulfilling life.
57 minutes
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The Mental Health Toolbox Podcast
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Patrick Martin
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Unlocking Happiness: Insights from Ryan A. Bush on Fulfilment

Episode Overview

  • Understanding happiness beyond just pleasure and pain.
  • Aligning your actions with your values for true fulfilment.
  • The role of ancient philosophies like stoicism in modern mental health.
  • Practical advice for managing anxiety and depression.
  • The importance of virtues in achieving psychological growth.
Desires are the screams you can't ignore and values are the whisper that it's sometimes hard to notice
What does it mean to be truly happy? In this episode of The Mental Health Toolbox Podcast, psychotherapist Patrick Martin sits down with Ryan A. Bush, the founder of Designing the Mind, to uncover the essence of happiness and fulfilment. Ryan, a celebrated thinker and designer, has dedicated his life to expanding human potential and providing wisdom education through his bestselling books and transformative programs.
Together, they explore the concept of happiness beyond just pleasure and pain, diving into the deeper dimensions of psychological growth and self-mastery. Ryan introduces a fascinating three-dimensional framework for understanding happiness, likening it to a chessboard with axes representing pleasure, pain, and deeper well-being. He discusses how ancient philosophies like stoicism and modern psychology can guide us towards a more fulfilling life.
Patrick and Ryan also tackle common misconceptions about the 'good life' and the importance of aligning our actions with our values. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or simply looking to enhance your mental well-being, this episode offers practical advice and thought-provoking insights. So, why not take a step towards a happier you by tuning in? You'll gain valuable tools to help you navigate life's challenges and find true fulfilment.