Finding Power Over Your Happiness
Episode Overview
Happiness is about cultivating deep contentment and peace. Living authentically helps protect your happiness. Building meaningful relationships is key to long-term joy. Letting go of secrets can lighten emotional burdens. Finding purpose aligns your life with your values.
The worst thing in the world is to go through life not being your authentic self
In this episode of The SALT TALK with Jermine Alberty, the spotlight is on happiness—what it means, how to achieve it, and how to keep it safe from life's pressures. With International Happiness Day as the backdrop, Jermine is joined by two remarkable guests: Reverend Janice Green and Reverend Antoine Roston. They bring their unique perspectives on the emotional and spiritual burdens that can weigh down our happiness and how to overcome them.
Jermine and his guests explore the deep roots of happiness, discussing philosophical, theological, and social perspectives. Aristotle's idea of living a life of virtue and meaning, modern thinkers' emphasis on authenticity, and various religious views all come into play. Janice shares her journey of overcoming the burden of secrets, while Antoine talks about the dangers of imitating others instead of embracing one's true self.
Their stories are heartfelt and relatable, offering listeners practical steps to find and maintain their own happiness. The episode wraps up with five key steps to build a happier life: practicing gratitude, embracing authenticity, building meaningful relationships, letting go of emotional burdens, and finding purpose. This conversation is not just about fleeting joy but about cultivating a deep sense of contentment and peace.
Tune in for an inspiring discussion that encourages you to take control of your happiness and live a life true to yourself.