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  • #605 The Therapy of Time: How History Shrinks Our Anxiety
    2026/09/18

    When we are caught in the grip of anxiety, our perspective shrinks. A single stressful email, a difficult conversation, or a temporary setback can feel like a world-ending catastrophe because our minds are zoomed in entirely on the present moment. In this episode, we are going to explore a powerful psychological tool I call 'The Therapy of Time'—learning how to zoom out and look at our lives through the vast, enduring lens of human history and cosmology to instantly shrink our modern anxieties back down to size.

    New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist: https://www.DoctorPuff.com


    🎧 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 captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness.


    Explore more:


    • The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free.
    • Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books.
    • Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd


    Contact Dr. Puff:


    • Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com
    • Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889

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    11 分
  • #604 Thinking Makes It So: Shakespeare's Guide to Inner Peace
    2026/09/11

    Over four hundred years ago, William Shakespeare wrote a line in Hamlet that perfectly captured the foundation of modern cognitive psychology: 'There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.' We spend so much of our lives trying to control external events, believing that a perfectly curated life will finally bring us peace. In this episode, we are going to explore why your reality is dictated entirely by your perception, how the ancient philosophers mastered this concept long before Shakespeare, and how you can train your mind to stop labeling the events of your life as 'bad.'

    New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist: https://www.DoctorPuff.com

    🎧 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 captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness.

    Explore more:

    • The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free.
    • Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books.
    • Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd

    Contact Dr. Puff:

    • Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com
    • Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889
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    11 分
  • #603 The Waiting Room of Life: How to Stop Missing the Present
    2026/09/04

    We spend a shocking amount of our time mentally living in the future. We tell ourselves that our real life will begin when the workday ends, when the weekend arrives, or when we finally reach that next big milestone. But while we are busy treating the present moment like a waiting room, the actual substance of our lives is slipping by unnoticed. In this episode, we are going to explore the psychological trap of anticipation, what classic literature teaches us about the danger of living for 'someday,' and how to use practical mindfulness to finally arrive in your own life.

    New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist: https://www.DoctorPuff.com

    🎧 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 captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness.

    Explore more:

    • The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free.
    • Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books.
    • Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd

    Contact Dr. Puff:

    • Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com
    • Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889
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    12 分
  • #602 The Still Small Voice: Finding Your True Life in the Noise
    2026/08/28

    We live in the loudest era in human history. From the moment we wake up to the moment we go to sleep, our minds are bombarded with external noise, opinions, and endless distractions. But beneath all that chaos, there is a quiet, inner voice trying to direct us toward the 'good life'—our true, authentic path. In this episode, we are going to explore how the great mystics of the ages discovered profound wisdom not by seeking answers in the loud world, but by cultivating deep stillness, and how we can learn to finally hear that still, small voice within ourselves.

    New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist: https://www.DoctorPuff.com

    🎧 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 captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness.

    Explore more:

    • The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free.
    • Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books.
    • Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd

    Contact Dr. Puff:

    • Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com
    • Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889
    • Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com

    ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media:

    · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/

    · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff

    · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast

    · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/

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    15 分
  • #601 Why Beautiful Souls See Beauty Everywhere
    2026/08/21

    Have you ever noticed that angry people can always find something to be angry about, no matter where they are? The world we see is rarely an objective reality; it is almost always a reflection of our own internal state. In this episode, we are going to explore the profound truth that a beautiful soul does not need to search for beauty in the world—they naturally see it everywhere. And more importantly, we will discuss a simple, daily practice to cultivate that beautiful soul: learning how to actively search for the good in others the moment we feel the urge to judge them.

    New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist: https://www.DoctorPuff.com

    🎧 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 captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness.

    Explore more:

    • The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free.
    • Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books.
    • Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd

    Contact Dr. Puff:

    • Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com
    • Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889
    • Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com

    ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media:

    · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/

    · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff

    · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast

    · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/

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    10 分
  • #600 The Wealth of Simplicity: Why You Have Nothing to Lose
    2026/08/14

    Much of the anxiety we carry every day is rooted in a single, quiet fear: the fear of losing what we have. We worry about losing our status, our complex lifestyles, and the expensive comforts we have built around ourselves. But in this episode, we are going to explore a powerful truth: if you can train your mind to find its deepest joy in the simplest things in life, you become psychologically untouchable, and you will never fear losing things again.


    New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist: https://www.DoctorPuff.com

    🎧 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 captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness.

    Explore more:

    • The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free.
    • Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books.
    • Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd

    Contact Dr. Puff:

    • Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com
    • Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889
    • Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com

    ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media:

    · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/

    · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff

    · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast

    · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/

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    12 分
  • #599 The Vocabulary of Peace: How Your Words Shape Your Reality
    2026/08/07

    We often assume that we feel an emotion first, and then we scramble to find the right word to describe it. But modern psychology tells us that the opposite is actually true: the vocabulary you possess dictates the depth, nuance, and reality of what you can feel. In this episode, we are going to explore how expanding your emotional vocabulary—and borrowing a few brilliant words from the ancient philosophers—can literally rewire your nervous system and help you construct a more peaceful reality.

    New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist

    🎧 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 captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness.

    Explore more:

    • The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free.
    • Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books.
    • Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd

    Contact Dr. Puff:

    • Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com
    • Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889
    • Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com

    ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media:

    · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/

    · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff

    · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast

    · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/

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    11 分
  • #598 The Biology of Doomscrolling
    2026/07/31

    We have all had those nights where we lie in bed, exhausted, yet we cannot stop scrolling through a relentless stream of negative news on our phones. We often feel guilty about this, thinking we just lack willpower, but the truth is that doomscrolling is not a moral failing—it is a biological trap. In this episode, we are going to explore the evolutionary psychology behind why our brains crave bad news, and more importantly, how to break the trance so you can reclaim your attention and protect your inner peace.

    New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist

    🎧 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 captivated over 3 million readers, establishing him as a leading thinker in mental wellness.

    Explore more:

    • The Happiness Podcast: Listen for free.
    • Books: Discover Dr. Puff's 15 books.
    • Blog: Read his articles on Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/robert-puff-phd

    Contact Dr. Puff:

    • Email: DrRobertPuff@icloud.com
    • Phone/WhatsApp: 1-714-337-4889
    • Learn more: https://www.DoctorPuff.com

    ✅ Follow Dr. Robert Puff and the Happiness Podcast on social media:

    · Instagram ▶️ https://www.instagram.com/robertpuffjr/

    · LinkedIn ▶️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorpuff

    · Twitter ▶️ https://twitter.com/HappinesPodcast

    · Facebook ▶️ https://www.facebook.com/HappinessPodcast/

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    8 分