In this podcast episode, we discuss the intricate nature of happiness. Although we may grapple with the challenge of defining happiness, we can easily describe moments when we're not happy, which can lead to emotional struggles or even depression. But what do we really understand about human happiness? What ignites it within us? Amid these questions, we explore the science that supports happiness and look critically at the "mental health" industry and its promise to guide us on our quest for happiness.The Pursuit of Happiness - by Dr. Roger McFillinIf you are in a crisis or think you have an emergency, call your doctor or 911. If you're considering suicide, call 1-800-273-TALK to speak with a skilled trained counselor.RADICALLY GENUINE PODCASTDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / X (Twitter)Substack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically Genuine—-----------FREE DOWNLOAD! DISTRESS TOLERANCE SKILLS—----------ADDITIONAL RESOURCES1:30 - General Social Survey2:00 - World Happiness Report 20233:00 - Antidepressant Use Among Adults: United States, 2015-20184:30 - Emiliana R. Simon-Thomas | Profile5:00 - Daniel Gilbert11:00 - Science-Based Tools for Increasing Happiness - Huberman Lab19:00 - Blue Zones Netflix Documentary26:30 - Eudaimonic vs. Hedonic Happiness | Overview & Differences - Video & Lesson Transcript | Study.com29:00 - Who Is Martin Seligman and What Does He Do?30:00 - VIA Character Strengths & Survey: 31 Ways to Spot Strengths32:00 - VIA Survey41:00 - 7 Japanese Words You Need To Be Living Your Life By48:30 - Subjective Well-Being—A Way to Measure Your Own Happiness1:01:00 - 6 Ways Optimism Affects Your Level of Happiness - Happier Human1:22:00 - Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer | Goodreads