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    The Science of Lasting Joy

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    24 nov 2025
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    Lena and Eli explore groundbreaking research on happiness, from neuroscience to genetics, revealing how 40% of our well-being comes from intentional practices we can control.

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    Happiness is not just something that happens to us; we actually have way more control over our well-being than most people realize. About 40% of our happiness comes from intentional activities, meaning it is a skill that can be learned and practiced.

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    1

    Opening & The Science of Lasting Joy

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    0:16
    0:32
    0:56
    2

    Foundations & Source Material Setup

    1:12
    1:29
    1:50
    2:09
    0:32
    2:44
    3

    The Neuroscience Revolution

    2:56
    3:14
    3:30
    3:47
    4:03
    4:21
    4:38
    4:59
    4

    The Genetics and Biology Deep Dive

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    6:03
    6:21
    6:38
    6:56
    7:11
    5

    The Three Pillars of Sustainable Happiness

    7:28
    7:38
    7:51
    8:06
    8:25
    8:46
    9:01
    9:15
    6

    Practical Applications & Life Strategies

    9:33
    9:45
    10:06
    10:24
    10:40
    10:59
    11:20
    11:36
    7

    Environmental and Social Factors

    11:54
    12:08
    0:32
    12:42
    12:57
    13:17
    13:32
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    Closing Reflections & Moving Forward

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