Want to ‘Optimize’ Your Happiness? This Happiness Expert Says: Don’t.

Want to ‘Optimize’ Your Happiness? This Happiness Expert Says: Don’t.

From The Interview by The New York Times

May 30, 2026 · 48 min · Episode 111

About this episode

Laurie Santos discusses what truly brings meaning and fulfillment to life.

Laurie Santos on what will really bring meaning and fulfillment to your life, and what won’t.

People in this episode

Guest: Laurie Santos

Topics covered

  • happiness
  • meaning
  • fulfillment
  • psychology
  • self-improvement

Keywords

  • happiness
  • meaning
  • fulfillment
  • Laurie Santos
  • psychology

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