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Tracey Archambeault Stops Readers From Saying "I'll Be Happy When..." Her New Book Uncovers the Secret To Finding Joy In The Present



How often do you find yourself pushing happiness just beyond the horizon, promising you’ll feel content after the next promotion, when you lose those ten pounds, or once you finally organize your home? This pervasive habit of postponing joy is the second major "happiness myth" dismantled in transformational coach Tracey Archambeault’s powerful new book, "The Happiness Myth: Breaking Free."

Tracey explains that this future-focused thinking isn't just a bad habit, it's neurologically reinforced. Research from Stanford University shows that whenever we think about our future happiness, our brains release small doses of dopamine, the same feel-good chemical we get from actual achievements. It's like our brains are trying to give us a tiny sample of joy, which is enough for us to keep us in this constant pursuit of chasing it. We chase it like children chasing balloons or soap bubbles, that pop as we get too close, and then we chase the next one. It's a never-ending cycle.

The book expertly connects this pattern to the trap of external validation, creating what Tracey terms the "external validation time loop." She explains this by using the story of Alexandra, a graphic designer who, after winning an award, immediately started to worry about needing to win a bigger one the following year to prove her continued success. This cycle of seeking and postponing and repeatedly following creates a state of lack of happiness and fulfillment, which prevents individuals from ever feeling completely satisfied with their lives.

"The Happiness Myth: Breaking Free" provides readers with gentle, accessible techniques to break this loop and anchor themselves in the present. Tracey emphasizes that this isn't about abandoning goals, but about learning to dance, moving forward while still enjoying each step along the way.

"The key is understanding that present-moment awareness doesn't require perfect circumstances," Tracey states. "In fact, stress and pressure can serve as powerful reminders to return to the present. Think of it like surfing instead of fighting against the waves of stress, we can learn to ride them with awareness."

The book offers practical strategies for everyday life, including:

●        Present Moment Check-Ins: Gently noticing when the mind travels to the future and inviting attention back to the now without judgment.

●        Joy Spotting Practice: Actively noticing small, overlooked moments of pleasure throughout the day, such as the first sip of coffee or a kind exchange with a stranger.

●        Future-Present Balance: A simple linguistic shift where, when you catch yourself saying "I'll be happy when..." you add, "and I can also find joy right now by..."

Tracey shares the story of a client, Rachel, a tech professional and mother who discovered that "micro-moments of presence" , like taking three conscious breaths between meetings or feeling her feet on the floor during her child's tantrum, could create islands of peace even amidst life's storms.

Tracey believes that this journey is not about trying to stay present in "the moment" or judging yourself whenever your mind wanders off; instead, it is about the awareness one requires to include the strength and emotional depth of the current moment while also maintaining a healthy amount of aspiration for tomorrow. Tracey tells her readers that true happiness is often closer to us than we think; it is not present in some distant happily ever after scenario or achievement, but in our ability to open our hearts to the present moment."

This press release is the third in a series exploring the transformative themes within "The Happiness Myth: Breaking Free," a vital resource for anyone tired of delaying their happiness and ready to discover the profound peace and joy available to them right now.

About Tracey Archambeault:

Tracey Archambeault is an Author and is an esteemed individual who believes in transforming the people around her in a positive manner. Unlike other transformational coaches who gate-keep their methods, Tracey invites everyone to get unstuck and helps people connect their heart and brain, and helps them draw from their own experiences, to maintain the peacefulness that they desire. She provides practical wisdom for those seeking to live a more authentic and present life.

Contact:
Author: Tracey Archambeault 
Amazon: The Happiness Myth : Breaking Free
Website: https://www.traceyarchambeault.com/about
Email: traceyk.lynn@gmail.com

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