Hosted by Sarah Eileen-Downey Akers · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 17 episodes
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Happiness isn’t a goal to chase. Through the lens of her listeners and her own lived experience, Dr. Sarah Eileen-Downey Akers explores the two-sided coin of happiness—how it shows up in both joy and discomfort. Discover how to make happiness your standard, not your goal.
Sarah Eileen-Downey Akers hosts The Happiness Standard, a society show with 17 episodes published.
Are your expectations communicated or assumed? In EP 16 of The Happiness Standard, Dr. Sarah Eileen-Downey Akers explores how expectations shape our relationships, self-worth, and emotional wellbeing. Learn how unmet exp
Show notesDid COVID change the way you connect with people? In EP 15 of The Happiness Standard, Dr. Sarah Eileen-Downey Akers explores the rise of loneliness after the pandemic and why feeling disconnected impacts more than just o
Show notesIn this episode of The Happiness Standard, we discuss embracing change, outgrowing relationships, letting go of people who are no longer aligned with your life, and navigating uncertainty when the future feels unclear. S
Show notesAnger, sadness, anxiety, and jealousy aren’t the problem—they’re signals trying to tell you something. In this episode, Dr. Sarah Eileen-Downey Akers breaks down why all emotions serve a purpose and why we must learn how
Show notesIn this episode, Sarah shares her personal experience with grief—what it’s really felt like, what she’s learned along the way, and the questions people are often too afraid to ask out loud. Covering grief, healing, guilt
Show notesWhat if the moments you call "failure" are actually the key to your biggest success? In this powerful episode of The Happiness Standard, Dr. Sarah Eileen-Downey Akers gets comfortable being uncomfortable as she explores
Show notesFeeling behind in life? In this episode of The Happiness Standard, we break down Social Comparison Theory and why your brain measures your life against other people’s timelines—friends, relationships, careers, and more.
Show notesWhy do we say “I’m fine” when we’re not? In this episode of The Happiness Standard, we break down the psychology of “saving face”—why we choose approval over authenticity and how it disconnects us from ourselves. Featuri
Show notesForgiveness doesn’t mean letting them back in. In this episode, we break down forgiveness vs. reconciliation, what a real apology looks like, and why you don’t need one to heal. Professor Sarah is in session! References
Show notesA birthday reflection on happiness, growth, and change! In this episode, Dr. Sarah Eileen-Downey Akers shares what this past year taught her about letting go, who you surround yourself with, and building meaningful relat
Show notesHave you found what you’re looking for… or are you focused on the wrong things? In this episode of The Happiness Standard, Dr. Sarah Eileen-Downey Akers dives into how your focus shapes your mindset, emotions, and overal
Show notesDeath doesn’t make life tragic. It makes life precious. In this week’s The Standard segment, Dr. Sarah Eileen-Downey Akers gives her most vulnerable perspective yet & explores how remembering life’s impermanence through
Show notesWe’ve all heard the phrase, “You can do anything you set your mind to.” But is it actually true? In this episode, we explore the connection between the mind and body, how belief shapes our limits, and what happens when o
Show notesAre you giving yourself grace or making excuses? Decide if you’ve been meeting the bar you’ve set for yourself… or quietly lowering it. Plus: An Unfiltered Win from Wyoming, a Glimmer at a red light, Stone from the WWE,
Show notesLast week, we gave ourselves permission to disappoint. This week, we’re giving ourselves permission to be disappointed. When expectations aren’t met. When someone falls short. When reality doesn’t match what we imagined.
Show notesWhere did your standards come from — and did you choose them? In this episode, we explore discipline & boundaries as alignment: keeping promises to yourself, living by values you consciously decide, and finding stability
Show notesIn this prequel episode, Dr. Akers shares the inspiration behind the show, walks through what to expect, and offers a look into her background so listeners can understand the perspective shaping the conversations ahead.
Show notesI’m so happy you’re here! On The Happiness Standard, I explore what happiness really means — keeping what works, unlearning what doesn’t, and building a life that actually feels fulfilling. I mix research, reflection, an
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The Happiness Standard is hosted by Sarah Eileen-Downey Akers. The show is categorised under society (culture) and has published 17 episodes.
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