How to Actually Create Happiness - It's Not What You Think

About this episode

Jerry Henderson discusses the true nature of happiness and how to create it as a byproduct of a fulfilling life.

Most people never feel truly happy—despite success, comfort, or achievement. Why? Because they’re chasing the wrong thing. In this episode of Personal Mastery, Harvard-trained coach and researcher, Jerry Henderson shares the real reason happiness feels elusive—and what to do instead. You’ll learn why happiness isn’t something you find, but something you create—as a byproduct of a deeply fulfilling life. With powerful neuroscience insights, practical steps, and a research-backed framewor...

People in this episode

Host: Jerry Henderson

Topics covered

• happiness
• self improvement
• neuroscience
• personal development
• fulfillment

Keywords

• happiness
• self improvement
• neuroscience
• fulfillment
• personal development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Harvard

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