
#575 How to Have Everything by Clinging to Nothing
From Happiness Podcast by Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D.
February 20, 2026 · 14 min
About this episode
This episode explores the spiritual paradox that true abundance and love can only enter an open hand, encouraging listeners to enjoy life without attachment.
Have you ever tried to hold onto water or a handful of sand? The tighter you squeeze your fist, the faster it slips through your fingers, yet when you open your hand, it rests there effortlessly. In this episode, we will explore the profound spiritual paradox that true abundance and love can only enter an open hand, and discover how to deeply enjoy the world without the suffocating grip of attachment. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D. 🎧 Listen now at https://www.HappinessPodcast.org Do you want to live a peaceful, happy life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you simply ready to take the next step toward your full potential? Join Dr. Robert Puff, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience, on the Happiness Podcast . With over 20 million downloads, the podcast explores the specific actions you can take to create lasting happiness. A licensed psychologist in Newport Beach, California and author of 15 books, Dr. Puff has spent decades studying human achievement and sharing what he's learned. He wants to help you learn the steps you need to take to soar in your own life. His blog for Psychology Today has…
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D.
Topics covered
- abundance
- attachment
- spiritual paradox
- mental wellness
- happiness
Keywords
- happiness
- attachment
- abundance
- mental wellness
- anxiety
- depression
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Happiness Podcast, Psychology Today
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