Most people want a happy life, to be their best selves, to have good relationships, and to live with meaning and purpose. Yet, we often do things that undermine our most valued goals. This talk explains an ancient path to modern joy—how it enables us to create inner peace and live more meaningful lives. David Marcotte, S.J., Ph.D., is a Jesuit priest, clinical psychologist, and member of the faculty in the Psychology Department at Fordham University, where he teaches courses on the psychology of wellbeing. His research interests focus on the psychology of resilience, personhood, and the development of interventions to increase well-being, especially for underserved groups. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx