The Psychology of Happiness

The Psychology of Happiness

A Simple Framework for Understanding Your Emotional Reactions

Get space by understanding how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact.

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Dr. Jeff Perron, C.Psych
Dec 17, 2025
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To live intentionally, you need to be able to step back from your default reactions.

When you create that distance, you gain choice — and with choice comes greater control over how you respond. This can meaningfully reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.1

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) offers a practical framework for understanding your default rea…

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