Happiness in the Age of AI feat. Dr Laurie Santos

What makes us happy is often misunderstood. And in the age of AI, it's easier than ever to seek quick and easy answers to some of life’s biggest questions. In this episode, host and licensed therapist Sreela Roy-Greene sits down with happiness expert and Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos. Dr. Santos illuminates the mountains of research about what tends to make us happy (spoiler: it isn’t that fast car). Together, they sift through tips and tricks on how to make each day better and let go of perfection. The two also discuss how happiness is a practice and where AI can assist—or impede—our mental health. 0:00 Intro: Why Success Doesn't Always Make You Happy 00:53 Welcome & Introducing Dr. Laurie Santos 02:38 AI, Therapy & the Importance of Human Connection 03:26 The Hidden Risks of Using AI for Advice 08:10 Why Relationships Matter More Than We Think 12:23 Vulnerability, Friction & Asking for Help 15:05 Can AI Help Us Be More Vulnerable? 18:07 The Arrival Fallacy & the Science of Happiness 20:52 Gratitude, Presence & Finding Joy in Everyday Life 22:56 Simple Habits That Improve Mental Well-Being 25:28 Why Therapy Is a Journey, Not a Quick Fix 28:52 Practical Tools for Anxiety & Depression 33:10 Why Every Emotion Has a Purpose 35:49 Social Media, Comparison & Protecting Your Happiness 40:18 Why High Achievement Doesn't Guarantee Happiness 43:41 Dr. Laurie Santos' Daily Happiness Rituals 44:57 Key Takeaways 46:00 Credits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.