Being Brilliant - Fun Isn’t Joy: Where is My Happiness?

Fun Isn’t Joy: Where is My Happiness?

01/28/25 • 10 min

Most people confuse fun with joy. They chase distractions, escapes, and momentary pleasures, believing it leads to happiness—but does it? In this thought-provoking episode of Being Brilliant, we confront the hard truth: your idea of fun may well be the enemy of your joy.

Discover the difference between fleeting fun and lasting joy. Together, we’ll explore:

• Why fun is often a distraction from deeper truths.

• How joy emerges in moments of peace, silence, and presence.

• The role of suffering and passion in creating a meaningful life.

• Why happiness is found in progress, not escapes.

We dive deep into how society teaches us to avoid pain and seek pleasure, but true joy comes from facing life head-on. From moments of silence in nature to the passion born out of struggle, this episode will challenge you to rethink what happiness really means.

Ask yourself: Is your fun helping you progress, or is it just an escape? Join us as we unpack how to move from distraction to joy and build a life rooted in passion, progress, and peace.

Thank you for tuning into this episode of Being Brilliant. If this sparked something in you, subscribe, share, and leave a review to help others discover the show. Have questions or ideas? Reach out at [email protected] or visit www.beingbrilliant.co. Let’s keep the brilliance alive!

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Discover the difference between fleeting fun and lasting joy. Together, we’ll explore:

• Why fun is often a distraction from deeper truths.

• How joy emerges in moments of peace, silence, and presence.

• The role of suffering and passion in creating a meaningful life.

• Why happiness is found in progress, not escapes.

Ask yourself: Is your fun helping you progress, or is it just an escape? Join us as we unpack how to move from distraction to joy and build a life rooted in passion, progress, and peace.

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The Opposite of Belief is Because

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What’s stopping you from taking that next big step toward your dreams? Often, it’s not the lack of ideas or talent—it’s the excuses we make, the “because” that creeps into our thoughts. In this episode of Being Brilliant, we dive into how excuses and justifications undermine belief, hold us back, and keep us from achieving brilliance.

Belief is the fuel for action. It’s the force that propels us forward, even when the path isn’t clear. But the word ‘because’? That’s the barrier, the justification we use to stay comfortable, avoid risk, and settle for less. Together, we’ll unpack this powerful idea and explore how to shift from limiting “because” thinking to empowering belief.

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•Why excuses weaken our conviction and derail progress.

•How belief builds the foundation for success, action, and results.

•Simple strategies to silence the “because” and lean into your brilliance.

If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I can’t because...” this episode will challenge you to rethink, reframe, and reignite your potential. Because once you eliminate excuses, all that’s left is belief—and belief makes anything possible.

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• Define a vision that gives your life direction and purpose.

• Break free from aimlessness, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs.

• Shift your focus from obstacles to possibilities.

• Rewrite your story and start painting a new canvas for your life.

“You are the painter, and life is your canvas.” Whether you’re feeling stuck, uninspired, or uncertain about the future, this episode will challenge you to ask: What’s my vision? And am I brave enough to live it?

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Being Brilliant - Fun Isn’t Joy: Where is My Happiness?

Transcript

Dr. Chetan Walia (00:00):
Welcome to Being Brilliant. The podcast designed to ignite your fire, challenge your limits, and inspire you to take action like never before. Hello, I'm Chean Walia, and each episode is your spark, a jolt of energy to move you from where you are to where you want to