On Purpose with Jay Shetty

3 Things Happy People Do Differently

July 31, 2026·32 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Happiness isn't something you find, it's something you choose to create, even when life feels uncertain. In this episode, Jay shares the three mindset shifts that genuinely happy people practice every day: taking ownership instead of staying stuck in victimhood, finding joy before reaching the next milestone, and intentionally building a life filled with connection, gratitude, and purpose. Through powerful stories and practical exercises, you'll discover how small daily choices can help you reclaim your agency, stop postponing your happiness, and create a life you don't have to escape from.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®️Visit: https://www.statefarm.com/ Head to https://wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusive  http://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty  https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=33f7898fb334437c  JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00:00 Introduction  00:01:27 Why You Feel Unhappy & Powerless 00:01:57 How to Take Control of Your Life 00:02:59 The 1st Thing Happy People Do Differently   00:07:29 This Will Help You Overcome Disappointment 00:09:40 The 2nd Shift That Happy People Do 00:11:14 What Is The Hedonic Treadmill  00:14:33 Gratitude Doesn’t Erase Pain 00:15:05 Why You Can't Enjoy the Present Moment  00:16:30 Did You Put Your Happiness on Pause? 00:17:45 The 3rd Thing Happy People Do Differently  00:18:53 Schedule Something to Look Forward To 00:22:20 Stop Keeping Score… 00:28:09 Don't Let Rejection Define You Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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