S3E10 - REMIX - Redefining Happiness

What is happiness? How does it vary across cultures? How might notions of happiness change for people with mental health challenges?In this episode of Lively Minds: The Mental Health Podcast, host Will revisits an interview from May 2023 with Professor William Tov of Singapore Management University.They discuss the broad and varied definitions of happiness, cultural differences in how happiness is perceived, and the role personality plays in happiness.The conversation also touches on the impact of mental health on happiness, the distinction between fleeting emotions and deeper life satisfaction, and how cultural norms can shape our understanding of what it means to live a happy life.Follow @livelymindspod on social media, click here or links https://www.bio.link/livelymindsPlease note that this show does not constitute medical advice and is not a replacement for seeking professional help. You can find out more about the show and get signposting to support on our website livelymindspod.com00:00 Introduction to Today's Episode01:03 Defining Happiness04:18 Cultural Perspectives on Happiness16:00 Personality and Happiness19:31 Mental Health and Happiness26:19 Concluding Thoughts