# 235. The Secret to Lasting Joy: Why Happiness Isn’t Enough

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Podcast: [Spiritually Hungry](https://stenobird.com/podcast/spiritually-hungry-295273)
Published: 2026-02-24T01:00:00+00:00
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Happiness is fleeting, but joy is the stable, natural state of the soul. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore joy as something we don’t need to chase or create, but simply access. Beneath our emotions exists a constant source of joy, rooted in consciousness and connection to the Light. We’ll discuss how joy serves as a powerful spiritual tool, helping remove negativity, judgment, and darkness from our lives. Through certainty, inner growth, and acts of service, we can experience true fulfillment and learn to live each day with lasting joy.

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