The Pursuit of Peace (and Why My Brain Keeps Getting in the Way) We've all experienced the frustrating paradox: we know what habits and practices would bring us closer to emotional well-being, yet we often find ourselves doing the opposite. We understand the importance of mindfulness, healthy boundaries, or simply taking a break, but our brains seem to have other plans. This isn't simply a matter of willpower or laziness; there are complex psychological factors at play. Our brains are wired for survival, not necessarily happiness, and sometimes our deeply ingrained patterns and coping mechanisms steer us towards familiar discomfort. We may fear change, feel unworthy of peace, or simply be overwhelmed by the effort required to shift our habits. Understanding these barriers is the first step towards overcoming them and creating a life that aligns with our deepest desires for inner peace and happiness. New Happiness Podcast episode with Dr. Robert Puff, Newport Beach Psychologist 🎧 Listen to all Episodes of the Happiness Podcast NOW! https://www.HappinessPodcast.org 💛 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? ➡️ I explore all these concerns and more every week on the Happiness Podcast, which has been downloaded over 19 million times since its inception. Happiness does not happen by chance, it happens when we take specific actions in our lives to create it 💯 Welcome to my channel! My name is Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D. I am an author of 13 books, I am a TV show host, Psychology Today blogger, and corporate trainer. I have been studying the actions it takes to reach the highest levels of human achievement for decades, and I would love to share what I've learned with you! My Happiness Podcast is entirely free to listen to, so why not give it a try! ➡️ So, come and explore the Happiness Podcast, my books, and Psychology Today blog, the specific steps to take so that you can soar in your life! ************* ✅ 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/ 📧 Email Dr. Robert Puff: [email protected] 📞 Contact Dr. Robert Puff: 1-714-337-4889 📲 WhatsApp Dr. Robert Puff: 1-714-337-4889 ✅ Dr. Puff, Clinical Psychologist: https://www.DoctorPuff.com � Music: By Kevin MacLeod #pursuitofpeace #thepursuitofpeace #happinesspodcast