Show Notes

What if the reason you’re unhappy… is because you’re trying so hard to be happy?

Most of us wake up wanting to “feel happy,” yet research shows that chasing happiness directly can actually make us more frustrated and discouraged.

So, if you’ve ever felt like joy keeps slipping through your fingers, this #FanFav episode reveals a powerful shift in perspective—one that replaces pressure with simple, daily actions that actually work.


In this episode, you’ll discover:

  1. Why focusing directly on happiness backfires—and what to focus on instead
  2. The 5-part SPIRE framework that creates true wholeness and fulfillment
  3. Simple “minimal viable interventions” you can practice daily to build lasting joy


Mentioned Links & Resources:

  1. Listen to the Mel Robbins Podcast on Apple Podcasts
  2. Listen to the Interview with Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar
  3. Purchase your copy of Atomic Habits by James Clear


Press PLAY for a Happier Life

Press play to learn the simple daily formula that can help you stop chasing happiness—and finally start living it.


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