Episodios

  • #577 Surviving vs. Thriving: Overcoming Your Brain's Hardwired Fear of Loss
    Mar 6 2026

    Have you ever wondered why the pain of losing a hundred dollars feels so much more intense than the joy of finding a hundred dollars? In the 1970s, psychologists proved that our brains are literally hardwired by evolution to fear loss twice as much as we desire gain. In this episode, we are going to explore the science of 'Keeping Your Stuff,' and discover how this ancient survival mechanism might be the exact thing keeping you stuck in a life, a job, or a mindset you outgrew years ago.

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

    🎧 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 nearly 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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    14 m
  • #576 Who Would You Be IF No One Was Watching?
    Feb 27 2026

    Most of us live our lives on a stage, constantly performing for an invisible audience of parents, peers, or society, terrified of hearing silence instead of applause. But what if the curtain came down, the lights went out, and there was no one left to impress but yourself? In this episode, we will explore the radical freedom of taking off the mask and discovering the life you were actually meant to live, not the one you were told to perform.

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

    🎧 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 nearly 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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    13 m
  • #575 How to Have Everything by Clinging to Nothing
    Feb 20 2026

    Have you ever tried to hold onto water or a handful of sand? The tighter you squeeze your fist, the faster it slips through your fingers, yet when you open your hand, it rests there effortlessly. In this episode, we will explore the profound spiritual paradox that true abundance and love can only enter an open hand, and discover how to deeply enjoy the world without the suffocating grip of attachment.

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

    🎧 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 nearly 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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    14 m
  • #574 Better Bored Than Sorry: Why We Create Chaos to Escape Quiet
    Feb 13 2026

    The French philosopher Blaise Pascal once famously said, 'All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone.' We often treat boredom as a minor annoyance, but modern psychology tells us it is actually a powerful drive that can push us toward addiction, unnecessary drama, and destructive risks just to feel alive. In this episode, we will explore why your brain hates the quiet, and how to turn that restless energy into creativity instead of chaos.

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

    🎧 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 nearly 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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    14 m
  • #573 Drinking the Poison: The Hidden Cost of Hating Your Enemies
    Feb 6 2026

    You can be 100% right about the facts, but if you are wrong in your internal state, you still lose the battle for your own happiness. This episode uncovers the hidden cost of 'psychological violence' and proves that true power comes from a calm mind, not a hateful one. Let's explore how to protect your heart from the poison of resentment so you can remain strong, clear, and truly free.

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

    🎧 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 nearly 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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    13 m
  • #572 The Myth of More: Why 'Everything' is Never Enough
    Jan 30 2026

    We spend our lives climbing mountains—chasing the perfect relationship, the higher salary, or the dream home—convinced that the view from the top will finally make us feel complete. But all too often, we arrive at the summit only to find that the feeling of emptiness has followed us up the trail. In this episode, we will dismantle the illusion that 'more' is the answer and explore why true fulfillment can never be found in things that can be lost.

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

    🎧 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 nearly 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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    13 m
  • #571 The Ripple Effect of Words: Speaking Kindness When No One is Watching
    Jan 23 2026

    We often think of our emotions like a light switch—that we can be a rage monster on the freeway or rude to a chatbot, and then instantly flip the switch to 'Saint' when we walk through the front door to see our family.

    But neuroscience tells us a different story. Every time we practice impatience—even when we think it's harmless—we are literally wiring our brains to be unkind. Today, we're discussing the ripple effects of our private words, and how the 'neural grooves' we carve in secret eventually bleed over into the lives of the people we love most.

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

    🎧 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 nearly 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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    13 m
  • #570 Fear vs. Acceptance: How to Embrace the Unknown (Instead of Fighting It)
    Jan 16 2026
    Change is the only constant, yet our first reaction to it is often fear. Whether it is a shift in the economy, a change in our health, or the rise of new technology like AI, the "unknown" triggers our defenses. In this episode, we explore the choice between Fear and Acceptance. We look at historical figures like Dorothy Vaughan (who embraced the first computers) and the Impressionist painters (who embraced the camera) to see how successful people don't fight the future—they evolve with it. Learn how to treat the changes in our world not as threats, but as a "gym" where we practice expanding our hearts, quieting our egos, and moving from anxiety to curiosity.

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

    🎧 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 nearly 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 m