Yes, Vivek Murthy Has The Magic Formula For Finding Happiness

India-West News Desk

NEW YORK, NY – What truly defines happiness? Is it a fleeting emotion tied to pleasure and excitement, or something deeper—more enduring? According to the former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, the answer lies not in what we receive, but in what we give.

In a conversation with ABC News’s Jennifer Ashton, Murthy distilled the essence of well-being into seven simple words: Finding small ways to help each other.

At its core, selfless service is a concept deeply rooted in cultures and philosophies across the world including Hinduism, the faith Murthy belongs to. He emphasized that true happiness isn’t about chasing momentary joy; it’s about fostering connection through acts of kindness, however small. “Service is a very powerful antidote to loneliness, because it not only helps us connect—whether it’s in the act of helping one person or helping a community—but it reminds us that we have value to bring to the world,” he explained.

At a time when burnout and social isolation are widespread, Murthy’s message is a call to action. If you seek fulfillment, the solution isn’t in status or success—it’s in service. Want more energy? Help someone. Want to build a strong community? Serve them. Want to feel more meaning in your work? Anchor it in something greater than yourself.

Murthy’s insights aren’t just philosophical—they’re backed by science. Research from Harvard Health Publishing confirms that acts of service trigger the release of endorphins, reducing stress and boosting mental well-being. This “helper’s high” creates a cycle where giving leads to happiness, which in turn fosters more generosity and connection.

For those searching for a sustainable path to fulfillment, Murthy’s advice is clear: Happiness isn’t something to chase. It’s something to cultivate—through service, through small yet meaningful ways of uplifting those around us.