Happiness Podcast

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Do you ever wonder what it takes to lead a peaceful, happy life? Are you curious about the specific steps involved in a self-actualized, limitless life? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Or are you just plain tired and want some help? We explore all these concerns and more every week on the Happiness Podcast, which has been downloaded over 10 million times since its inception. Happiness does not happen by chance, but because we take specific actions in our lives to create it. Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., author of 13 books, TV show host, Psychology Today blogger, and corporate trainer, has been studying the actions it takes to reach the highest levels of human achievement for decades, and he wants to share what he knows with you. Come and explore, along with millions of others from the Happiness Podcast, Dr. Puff books and Psychology Today blog, private clients and corporate workshop attendees, the specific steps to take so that you can soar in your life. To learn more, go to: http://www.HappinessPodcast.org/

#538 The Key to Inner Harmony: Embracing What Is
Jun 6, 2025 – 15:35
#537 Why New Isn't Always Better: Finding Joy in the Consistent
May 30, 2025 – 16:24
#536 Am I Being Kind? The Question That Changes Everything
May 23, 2025 – 15:31
#535 The Habit Reset: Finding Happiness in Forgoing
May 16, 2025 – 15:40
#534 The Unstoppable Thought Stream (And How to Navigate It)
May 9, 2025 – 15:04
#533 Life Unrushed: The Art of Being Here Now
May 2, 2025 – 14:55
#532 The Resilient Mind: Why Adaptability is True Security
Apr 25, 2025 – 14:52
#531 The Choice in Suffering: Navigating Physical and Emotional Pain
Apr 18, 2025 – 15:50
#530 The Alchemy of Healing: Breaking the Cycle of Hurt
Apr 11, 2025 – 15:28
#529 Self-Centered Happiness: The Paradox of Selfish Happiness
Apr 4, 2025 – 15:46
#528 The Art of the Calm Response
Mar 28, 2025 – 15:03
#527 Letting Go & Loving More: The Art of Detached Affection
Mar 21, 2025 – 14:54
#526 The Art of Not Caring: How to Stop Giving Power to Critics
Mar 14, 2025 – 15:29
#525 Stop Chasing Happiness: It's Already Here
Mar 7, 2025 – 13:35
#524 Life's Greatest Lessons: Turning Challenges into Wisdom
Feb 28, 2025 – 13:42
#523 Three Paths to Wisdom: The Hard Way, the Smart Way, or No Way
Feb 21, 2025 – 14:12
#522 Loving Your Enemy: A Key to Inner Peace
Feb 14, 2025 – 13:35
#521 The Happiness Habit
Feb 7, 2025 – 14:05
#520 Dancing with Mortality: The Urgency of Happiness
Jan 31, 2025 – 13:54
#519 The Art of Detachment: Loving Without Chains
Jan 24, 2025 – 14:27
#518 The Ripple Effect: How Our Thoughts Shape Our Reality
Jan 17, 2025 – 14:27
#517 Happiness: Why Knowing Isn’t Enough
Jan 10, 2025 – 14:27
#516 The Uncommon Life: Breaking Free from the Herd
Jan 3, 2025 – 13:50
#515 The Art of Staying Young While Growing Old
Dec 27, 2024 – 14:08
#514 Navigating the Maze: A Guide to Life's Ups and Downs
Dec 20, 2024 – 14:18
#513 The Happiness Audit: Your Past Holds the Key
Dec 13, 2024 – 13:16
#512 Finding Your Inner Protector Through Kindness
Dec 6, 2024 – 15:06
#511 The Illusion of Control: The Unexpected Path to Happiness
Nov 29, 2024 – 14:18
#510 Mind Mastery: The Key to a Better Life
Nov 22, 2024 – 14:21
#509 Is “This” Feeding My Soul? The Most Important Question
Nov 15, 2024 – 15:16
#508 What if Happiness Isn't About Everything Being Good?
Nov 8, 2024 – 13:44
#507 Resilience: It's Not What Happens, But How You Handle It
Nov 1, 2024 – 14:49
#506 The Pursuit of Inner Peace: The Contentment Journey
Oct 25, 2024 – 14:37
#505 How to Feed Your Soul (Not Just Your Entertainment Hunger)
Oct 18, 2024 – 14:40
#504 Problem or Potential? Where Challenges Become Catalysts for Growth
Oct 11, 2024 – 13:33
#503 The Pursuit of Happiness: A Fair Game for All
Oct 4, 2024 – 14:24
#502 The Complexity Crisis: How to Avoid Drowning in the Sea of Change
Sep 27, 2024 – 14:46
#501 How to Live a More Peaceful Life Through Ethical Choices
Sep 20, 2024 – 14:49
#500 Life Sucks, or Does It? Choosing Your Perspective
Sep 13, 2024 – 14:39
#499 Living in a Material World: The Joy of Less
Sep 6, 2024 – 14:14
#498 The Pleasure Trap: Unmasking the Long-Term Cost of Short-Term Relief
Aug 30, 2024 – 15:19
#497 The Gift of Existence: Finding Fulfillment in an Infinite Universe
Aug 23, 2024 – 14:17
#496 The Art of No: Reclaiming Your Time for Happiness
Aug 16, 2024 – 14:33
#495 Turning Mistakes into Milestones: The Art of the Comeback
Aug 9, 2024 – 14:30
#494 Time Doesn't Heal All Wounds (But This Will)
Aug 2, 2024 – 14:37
#493 The Boredom Epidemic: Why We're Unhappy and What to Do About It
Jul 26, 2024 – 15:46
#492 Against the Grain: Choosing Kindness in a Harsh World
Jul 19, 2024 – 14:42
#491 The "Screw-Up Survival Guide": How to Stop Reinforcing Your Mistakes
Jul 12, 2024 – 13:13
#490 The Meanest Voice You Know “Yourself” (How to Silence Your Harsh Critic)
Jul 5, 2024 – 14:08
#489 The Pursuit of Peace (and Why My Brain Keeps Getting in the Way)
Jun 28, 2024 – 15:00

Recent Reviews

WC1800

Beautiful podcast

I love this podcast, it’s calming, soothing and inspirational. Listening to the podcast every morning and/or every night has really helped my mental well-being.
JoeM1776

It’s a Journey Unlike Others

I started listening a couple treats ago with Ep1 and working my way through. During the toughest times I reach out for his therapy to provide me guidance and motivation. I don’t know where I’d be if I didn’t have the Happiness Podcast in my life.
AJ-ron

Wonderful morning reminders about what creates happiness

I found this podcast a couple months ago and listen to it every morning to remind myself what’s important in life to have a beautiful life. Dr Puff breaks it down to simple things we can do to think about life differently and create a beautiful life for ourselves. Since it’s free, it makes what would be an expensive therapy session, accessible to anyone with an internet connection.
Kimtisha

Inspiration in a podcast

Just found this podcast and I have downloaded every episode. I love it! I listen to an episode every night as I head off to dreamland. Dr. Puff has such a soothing voice, and each episode is a gentle reminder to keep a positive outlook and elimate destructive habits in our daily lives. Short, sweet, and full of inspiration. Thank you Dr. Puff.
mrswhite75

Morning Starter

Dr. Puffs topics and advice seem so simple in the beginning, but inevitably have a powerful practice application that leave you feeling grateful for having listened. This is my go to pod on the way to work. The ending catch phase always makes me smile and sets the tone for my day! Caution to those sensitive to mike sounds and lip noise.
Jphanle

FULFILLING

Dr. Puff is approachable and makes complex psychological concepts accessible. His emphasis on actionable steps helps listeners implement changes in their own lives. Overall, the podcast is a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their happiness and overall quality of life. I look forward to each episode!
Vitaliya McElveen

Vitaliya McElveen

This podcast is truly amazing and beneficial! Listening to Dr. Puff helps me to alleviate my anxiety every time. I find it comparable to a mini-therapy session that offers me support during challenging times.
BikeBalloon

Silver lining

One step at a time, one breath at a time, has become my mantra in my toughest moments. I can’t be enough thankful to Dr, Puff. The podcast’s teachings illuminate my path from million miles away. Each episode of the podcast has a profound eye-opening impact on my life. Thank you Dr, Puff.
BlickenrayTheP

Game changer

I’m a big fan of eckhart tolle and his books the power of now and a new earth. Dr Puff’s podcast is like listening to those books in small real world practical chunks. After getting tired of listening to the same audiobook over and over, these fresh podcasts keep me interested and reminded of how to be present and maintain my mental health. This podcast has reduced my need for 1:1 therapy/counseling sessions as well as it is always available 24/7. Thank you Dr Puff you have changed my life!
Tu-am

My true appreciation

Thank you for teaching me about happiness and guiding me towards a happier life. I am sincerely grateful for your insights and support. —Tran Tran
Zadine107

Thank you, Dr. Puff

I listened to all the episodes on my way to work 15 miles a day for almost a year. Your voice is very soothing and I have learned so much about flowing with life and getting rid of all my attachments. There’s so many things I have realized that I could have done better and moving forward, I have your wonderful words to live by and learn from. I share with my co workers what I learned from you. I am so grateful! Thank you for all that you do! You are truly a wonderful person! - Seattle listener.
NYTreview

Steering toward one’s North Star

Calming, relaxing, and keeps me pointed in positive direction.
jimmsies

Healthy and beneficial podcast

Dr. Puff has been an amazing and gentle voice that has taught me so many lessons over the last year or so. As soon as I heard my first podcast I was hooked. Whenever I need to ground myself or quiet that inner voice, I listen to the Happiness Podcast and find my inner peace. I often find myself listening to several podcasts during long trips. It’s almost like having a mentor on demand. Give this podcast a try, you won’t be disappointed!
ghoebne

Better than therapy

Healing for me, with severe recurrent clinical depression. A manual for life. For how to live be a good life. Allows me to parent myself to better mental health. And even in a couple of weeks, the proof is in the pudding of my every day actions. I’m up. I’m moving. I’m finding joy again. I’m talking with friends. I’m cooking meals. I’m more productive at with. After nearly 4 years without a shred of joy or hope, due to death in my life and my own severe health issues. A little ray of sunshine. Thank you.
Roanoker 1

Peace!

This gentle soul doles out pleasant, timeless reminders on what should be and are simple ways to prioritize what’s important in life. You can scroll back through his archives and find topics that impact human suffering. If you are seeking something the answers are here.
hair62

Thank you

I love learning how to be the best version of myself.
Meien123

Thoroughly enjoy each episode. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

I love every episode,
dneilmo

Wonderful Podcast

I have been a fan for years now. I appreciate your time in helping people through your words and wisdom. Your intentions on helping others is kind and it is very helpful. Thank you Dr Puff.
Miche11eeee111

Love this podcast

Love this podcast. Great messages. Helps keep things in perspective. A good reminder on tips and information to deal with stress, bad habits or anything else that could be upsetting. Thank you Dr. Puff.
Linda in Indy

Great tool to navigate life!

I have been listening to the Happiness podcast for several years now off and on and LOVE the message. It’s all common sense stuff that we should know but often forget. It helps keep me grounded and on the right path. I am very grateful for this tool to remind me on how to navigate life. Highly recommend!
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Incredible podcast

Dr. Puff has a very calming voice. I love the positive and helpful messages that come from these episodes. I enjoy listening to this as I am trying to fall asleep. Well deserved 5/5 stars.
yoga2574

Soothing like a cup of tea

Dr. Puff has a nice, calming voice. Perfect way to start or end your day. Listening to this podcast has allowed me to make positive changes in my life.
lulvera

Therapy for my soul, I always share it to everyone

Dr Robert Puff is philosophical and healing. He is short and thurough with each episode. I learn a lot from him and I feel peace when I listen to him. Since become a mom of two, being newly married and owning my own business, I’ve felt my mental health become in constant survival mode. I need peace and healing. Becoming a parent in this scary world has had its challenges.
Skinny at Last

Soothes & Calms

I have enjoyed many hours of Dr. Puff’s positive and inspiring thoughts. Mediation for what ails you. The Happiness Podcast is my go-to spot for self-soothing. For calming and healing.
Seiko M

Love this!

I love this Podcast! Thank you so much Dr Puff for your many hours of inspiration & uplifting! I discovered this Podcast during the pandemic & I listen to it every day when I go on my walks. It has really helped me get perspective & given me hope for the future. I appreciate you very much!!!
Yarinb305

Good podcast but…

It’s a good podcast and I learned a lot from Dr Robert puff, but There is a little bias toward religion. Generally it’s a great podcast and I would give it 5 stars if the Dr. puff’s wouldn’t view and be very negative against religions.
busy tired mama

What a blessing to find this podcast!

Dr. Puff, So grateful that you have created this podcast and so happy that I have found it. I discovered the podcast a few days ago and have been listening to a few episodes a day. They have been extremely helpful to apply to my current life situations. Thank you so much!!!
Jessie 22

Excellent Food for your Mind!

-Wow !! This is Great food for the Mind & Hearth. Very Realistic and positive.
NeverMoreForSure

So thankful

What a gift. Thank you for your generosity, Dr. Puff!
angiep451

One of the best happiness podcasts out there

Dr. Puff has already helped me so much and I’ve only been listening for a month or so. His voice is calm and the podcasts are succinct and to the point. Thank you so much
norlloret

One of the best clinical psychologist,

Hi , in july 2021 I started listening to the podcast With Dr. Robert puff , I actually started from #1 I’m up to episode 50 , it has been very helpful. 🌚🌼🌼🌸🌺 thank you Dr, puff You came into my life when I needed it the most .
l. rayman

What do I do?

I’m moving in about a week from a place I’ve been living in all of my life to a state I’ve never even been in. I’m only 12 so people say I’ll get over it but I don’t want to leave everyone behind. Your podcast is AWESOME by the way!
EricaBushwell

Awesome podcast!

Dr. Robert Puff, host of the Happiness Podcast, highlights all aspects of mental health and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!
Snowy6282

Inspirational

Dr. puffs podcast has really changed my life. I listen to it every morning and it puts my day in the right path. Thank you so much, Dr Puff!
hanrae03

review

i listened to this podcast for school assignments, but i became really invested in it. this podcast really made me think about how i personally view the world and my life. while i was listening to each episode i would actually sit down and think about what he was saying rather than typing the whole time. sometimes i would even replay parts that i really liked. overall, i think this is a great podcast!!
Ahl2000usa:-|

Great

I’ve been listening to Dr. Puff for a few years now and his podcasts made a sizable impact on me. Live learned valuable skills that I can actually implement to influence my thoughts and views and meaningfully change ways of my life. Thank you Dr. Puff.
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Great and helpful

Love the podcast, Dr. Puff is saintly; wish each episode did not end with the ad, particularly since there is an emphasis on listening and relistening.
Temujin Taft

Chores

I absolutely love listening to your podcast while I’m doing my morning chores. It really brightens my day!!
Liz121924

Very helpful perspective

I really enjoy this podcast, especially on my morning walk to work. It puts me into a positive mindset that is still realistic. He doesn’t promise to make you feel overwhelming joy every moment, just to control what you can to most enjoy life. The episodes are a good length and his voice is soothing. Thanks Dr. Puff!
dangonzbal

Awesome Podcast

This podcast helps you live a more positive life and makes you gain a better perspective overall. I’ve been listening for about 2 years now. Thanks Dr.Puff!
CarrieSE84

Yes!

Finally a podcast by someone who genuinely cares about making the world a better place! Must listen
jahfvjavdjavdka

Excellent and relevant subject matter!

Something new and helpful each week to keep one focused, & inspired. He offers tools and stories and personal experiences that are strengthening. Excellent podcast!
gamebebe

soothing voice and very helpful

Dr Puff is very insightful and help me look at the world and my life differently
Drew LS

Very helpful

I enjoy this podcast and it has helped me get through stressful imes.
Taichi man

Happiness

I admire Dr. Puffs dedicated of his time and focused on helping others.
Sereen Qader

My virtual therapist

I’m so glad I came across this podcast. I listen to it in the morning and on car rides, it really opens my mind up to be positive and ask questions. Thank you for this 😊🙌
Rosa Afonzo

My favorite podcast. Life changing

I don’t miss any episode. I even go back and listen to previous episodes. I love how Dr. Puff explains everything in such a simple way. I also bought his book which is absolutely amazing. I am very thankful that I found this podcast a couple of years ago. Thank you Dr. Puff
DR.Jones-DD

The podcast is my mental clinic

Recently I have started to listen the podcast hosted DR.Puff.Found a way to live stress free life.Love it follow it and recommend it.Thank you DR.Puff
Opticjohn

Why I listen to the Happiness Podcast

I listen because it works for me. Because I learn new things that help me. Because it reminds me of things I knew but forgot. Because It confirms things I suspected but I didn’t trust my judgment. You might not see it as precious as I do, but I believe anyone and everyone with an open mind will find at least a few gems which will profoundly influence your thoughts and happiness. Why I think the Happiness Podcast is the best resource FOR ME: Because it refreshes, reformulates and recasts should many of the most important concepts of living well. Fantastic concepts/cognitions start to go stale soon after I grasp then. But when I listen to a new episode with a reformulation of a familiar concept, it is like the concept is reborn within me. Rebirth that is as beautiful as the first time I learned it. True, it will again start to fade and become stale. Hey, it is like a sunset.
Dana Lea

Depressing

Popped into an episode hoping to be uplifted and left depressed and could not make it to the point of anything positive in the episode. Seemed like an add for therapy.