Happiness is an elusive concept, yet everyone wants to achieve it. Renowned author Dr. James R. Doty, Clinical Professor of Neurosurgery at Stanford University, the founder and director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education, takes us down memory lane, to meet Ruth from the 'Magic Shop' - who taught him the secret of everlasting happiness - through self-compassion and belief in self-potential. He is also the author of the book Into the Magic Shop. Accompanying him is Daaji, a Global Guide of Heartfulness and best-selling author, who gently nudges us through his own experiences and wisdom into finding peace and contentment, amidst the chaos.

As individuals, we differ in our perspectives, understanding, and approach to situations. Often, these differences lead to frictions that fracture our interactions with loved ones. At times, one finds oneself doubting one's ability to communicate. What was the right thing to say? Why do I find it so difficult for people to understand me? Why am I unable to cultivate deep and meaningful relationships? In this episode, International Conflict Mediator and Certified Trainer in Nonviolent Communication - Liz Kingsnorth, and Daaji - Global Guide of Heartfulness, guide us through the art of cultivating self-empathy, recognizing emotional needs, and reconciling differences for harmonious

In continuation to Part I of the series, In Part II, Liz Kingsnorth, International Conflict Mediator and Certified trainer in Nonviolent Communication helps us understand why we behave the way we do, by uncovering the needs behind our emotional reactions. Introspective and perspective-changing, this heart-warming conversation gives us a framework to empathize and respond to another person's needs and feelings, giving way to loving, deep, and meaningful relationships.