What is really happiness ? with Dr. Louise Lambert

What if happiness science isn’t just about positive thinking but about building a life you actually want to live. This week I sat down with Dr. Louise Lambert to understand the real science behind happiness, why “feeling good” isn’t the full story, and more about quality of life. Dr. Lambert shares actionable strategies for moving beyond “ill-being” and into a more intentional, joy-filled life (no fake positivity required).Before we move on, if you enjoy our show, please give us a review. It helps us reach more listeners. Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: “What does happiness really mean?”
03:13 – Happiness Science vs. Pop Culture Misconceptions
05:47 – The Spectrum: Hedonic vs. Eudaimonic Happiness
12:01 – Timeless Habits for Fulfillment (At Any Age)
18:14 – Ill-Being & Over-Identification: Rethinking Mental Health
37:08 – How to Build Connection in a Distracted World
53:55 – Why Compelling Lives Matter
1:04:26 – Key Takeaways & Simple Next Steps
AboutDr. Louise Lambert is a consultant specializing in positive psychology and wellbeing in life, at work as well as in schools. Based in the United Arab Emirates since 2003, she is the Editor of the Middle East Journal of Positive Psychology and a leading researcher in the field of regional positive psychology, with over 40 peer-reviewed publications, many stemming from her intervention work. A former professor and current workplace advisor, she designs programs to help organizations create high-quality connections and embed wellbeing into their culture. In addition to her organizational work, Dr. Lambert also offers a self-paced online course for individuals seeking to improve their happiness and life satisfaction in practical, science-based ways. Learn more at www.happinessmatters.orghttps://www.instagram.com/dr_louise_lambert/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-louise-lambert-89434927/