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Not all happiness is created equal. Quick hits of pleasure can lift your mood, but the well-being that endures usually comes from engagement (being absorbed in what you do) and purpose (a deeper sense of meaning or calling in life). In this practical, science-informed session, husband and wife team Dr. Jonathan Appel, Phd, Tiffin University Professor of Psychology and Criminal Justice & Director of TU's institutional Review Board) and Dr. DoHee Kim-Appel, Ohio Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, author, and Heidelberg University professor, unpack three pathways—pleasure, engagement, and purpose—and how each supports emotional health, especially as we enter later chapters of life and look for deeper fulfillment. You’ll see where each pathway shines, where it can fall short over time, and simple habits that tip your days toward more satisfying well-being. Expect clear examples, short reflection prompts, and tools you can use right away. You’ll leave with a personal “happiness mix” and a starter plan for building joy that lasts.
