Epicureanism, Five Steps to Lasting Happiness
About this episode
Marty and Kristi Jalove discuss Epicureanism and its principles for achieving lasting happiness.
What if the secret to a happier life isn't having more, but wanting less? Marty Jalove sits down with his wife (and secret weapon) Kristi Jalove for a warm, funny, wisdom-packed conversation about Epicureanism, the 2,000-year-old philosophy that quietly cracked the code on lasting happiness. No stuffy history lecture here. Just two people who clearly adore each other, trading laughs, honest pushback, and a few tears along the way. Marty handed Kristi this topic with almost zero prep and the magic happened anyway. That's the chemistry that makes this show sing. Here's what you'll walk away with: Discover why the next purchase, promotion, or shiny upgrade rarely delivers real fulfillment Learn the difference between fleeting pleasure and enduring happiness Reframe your anxiety with Marty's hilarious "return it like an Amazon package" trick Understand the philosophy ladder from Epicurus to Stoicism to Master Happiness Unlock simple gratitude and connection habits you can start tonight It all comes back to BACON: five bite-sized steps to a richer life: Be Present, Appreciate Abundance, Cultivate Connection, Own Your Choices, and Now Grow . Because on this show, everything…
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