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More Than What Made Me Podcast: The Science of Happiness—How Love, Purpose, and the Past Shape You

Written by Press | May 12, 2025

Dr. Arthur Brooks, Harvard professor and best-selling author, sits down with Cedric Thompson, former NFL player, to break down how things like our upbringing, relationships, and purpose shape the way we experience happiness. This isn’t a conversation about chasing a feeling, it’s about building a life that actually feels good and meaningful. From the stories we carry from childhood to the pressure we put on marriage to make us whole, this episode gets into what really matters when it comes to lasting happiness. Listen to the full episode to learn more.