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Discover the unseen obstacles to your happiness as we discuss Mo Gawdat's transformative book, "Solve for Happy." Hosts, Sam Powell and Denise Russo, guide you through the exploration of seven perception blind spots—filters, assumptions, predictions, memories, labels, emotions, and exaggeration. These are the unsuspecting culprits behind the distorted lens through which we often view our world. We also share personal reflections on the profound impact of recognizing and navigating through these mental barriers, offering practical advice on how to expand your awareness for a clearer and happier life.

Feel like negativity sometimes has a stronghold on your mind? We dissect the brain's default to latch onto the bad over the good, diving into how the amygdala plays a pivotal role in this process. You'll hear how, with a little effort and the right tools, we can all learn to encode positive experiences more deeply into our memory. I open up about my mother's journey to recovery, and how an optimistic atmosphere significantly influenced her healing, driving home the point that happiness is a skill set that requires consistent practice.

Ending on a heartwarming note, we delve into the extraordinary power of kindness within the healthcare industry. From moving tales of how a patient's gratitude can soften the hardest of hearts to the ripple effect of compassion in medical settings, this chapter demonstrates that empathy and a caring touch are just as crucial as any medication. Join us as we pledge to carry forward these lessons of positivity, and don't forget to tune in next Wednesday for more enriching conversations designed to steer you towards a happier, more fulfilled life.

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