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The pursuit of happiness is futile. And psychology suggests that identifying ways you are content is a better way to achieve well-being.

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CHAPTERS:

0:00 Can I Ever be Happy?

1:05 Definition of Happiness

1:32 The Happiness Pie

2:05 The Happiness Pie has Flaws

3:52 The Key to Long Term Well-Being

4:20 How to be Content

5:39 Can You Shift Your Expectations?

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