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Unhappy Season 1, Episode 17: The Midlife Crisis
Many people experience their forties and fifties as a difficult time where they reappraise what is important in their lives. But how can we approach these crisis years and get through them unscathed? Watch Unhappy Season 1, Episode 17 The Midlife Crisis in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of Unhappy Season 1, Episode 17 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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Episodes
26 episodes
The Time of Your Life
How can we live a happy life? And should we be pleased that our lives are short? Ronja von Rönne investigates the philosophy of happiness by meeting Jean-Remy von Matt, a major figure in German advertising and Sister Katharine, who left her job in finance to become a nun.
26 min
Does Money Make Us Happy?
It's the eternal question: Does money really make us happy? To find out, Ronja von Rönne meets two people who have achieved financial success in different ways: Fedor Holz, once the best poker player in the world, became a millionaire in his early twenties. Jasmin Taylor earned a lot of money with a travel agency, but she was rarely truly happy during the hard work.
27 min
The Promise of Beauty
Can beauty make us happier? If people beautiful people have more career opportunities, are they happier as a result? And what is the real power of beauty? A philosophical exploration hosted by Ronja von Rönne.
27 min
Happiness and Food
Why can food make us so happy? Could a nutrient for happiness exist? Ronja von Rönne meets two people for whom the art of cooking and the love of food are the key to happiness: French artist Johanna Dumet paints modern still lifes and Nada Abouelsaad organises big cooking evenings.
26 min
Happiness and Habitat
We come into the world naked and homeless. What criteria must our homes meet for us to be happy? Are we even evolutionarily adapted to city life? Or should we return to the countryside? Ronja von Rönne searches for answers and meets two people whose housing concepts represent completely contrasting strategies for happiness.
27 min
Happiness and Health
Are we happier when we live a healthy life? Or does being happy make us healthy? To find out, Ronja von Rönne meets biohacker Andreas Breitfeld and international DJ Ellen Allien.
27 min
Running and Hiking
Ronja von Rönne interviews two people whose lives have been transformed by walking or running. What effects do these activities have on our mental health?
26 min
Of Men and Horses
Can regular contact with animals make us happier? Ronja von Rönne meets two people who are passionate about animals.
27 min
Happiness and Creativity
Ronja von Rönne dismisses the myth of the suffering artist. Under what conditions can creativity make us happy? Stefan Sagmeister, one of the world's most sought-after designers, seems to effortlessly produce creative ideas, and has been doing so for decades. Werner Mang, on the other hand, works quite differently in his beauty clinic on Lake Constance...
27 min
Happiness and Friendship
What characterises friendships? And how can these relationships be nurtured? Focus on our chosen families with Ronja von Rönne, who talks to a range of personalities about their friendships.
26 min
The Dream Job
Work is such an important part of our lives that it seems essential to choose the right career. But how should we know which job to choose? And do dream jobs really make us happy? Ronja von Rönne investigates.
27 min
A Good Relationship
What is the secret of a good relationship? Ronja von Rönne meets Anna König and Paul Hoepner, who are in an open relationship and Kalle and Annett Wulf, who have been monogamous for years. How have they managed to preserve their love and build a happy life together?
27 min
Community and Solitude
Ronja von Rönne sets off in search of happiness amongst other people. With a rowing club, she experiences the power of togetherness and meets older people that want to live in a flatshare to combat loneliness. is happiness all about social contact?
27 min
Fearless Fashion
What am I going to wear? What impression do I want to leave? And what's my style? Ronja von Rönne wants to feel comfortable and confident in her clothes. She seeks out help from Max Mogg, a designer of made-to-measure English suits, and Leyre Lasierra Viguri, a surgeon who likes colourful and glamorous attire.
27 min
Happy on Holiday?
How do you create a perfect vacation that leaves you feeling completely relaxed and happy? Ronja von Rönne meets former flight attendant Friederike Sandow and Johannes Bannert, head concierge at a luxury hotel in Berlin. He works as a professional wish-fulfiller, ensuring his guests have a carefree day. From him, Ronja learns what makes a great city break.
27 min
The Art of a Good Night's Sleep
How do we find healthy, restful sleep? Ronja von Rönne meets Kay von Chamier at the Berlin-Köpenick fire station to discuss night shifts and working on shifts. She also talks with writer Bregje Hofstede and other scientists and philosophers about insomnia and how to stop the nightly mental chatter.
27 min
The Midlife Crisis
Many people experience their forties and fifties as a difficult time where they reappraise what is important in their lives. But how can we approach these crisis years and get through them unscathed?
26 min
A Good Separation
Is it best to separate when a relationship is not going well? Ronja von Rönne meets break up coach Thomas Mayer to talk about relationships and heartache. What is important when you want to break up? Jana Polasek and Elmar Goerden managed to work through their separation so well that they are now back together - and help other couples through crises. What have they learnt from this process?
26 min
Happiness in Nature
Why does nature have such a positive effect on our well-being? Ronja von Rönne meets nature therapist Olivia Köhler, who offers retreats to bring people back to nature and back to themselves. The adventurer Sylvestre Campe is drawn to the extreme places of this world. What happiness does he find in the wild?
26 min
Parenthood
Is parenthood the key to happiness? How do mothers and fathers find the balance between their own needs and those of their child? Ronja von Rönne meets single mother Luise Haunit and Tillmann Prüfer, who has written a book about being a father with a full-time job. How do you manage to juggle family and career without burning out?
26 min
An Ordered Life
Is it possible to find happiness by living in an ordered life? Does tidying up make you feel good? Ronja von Rönne interviews Saralisa Volm, film-maker and mother of 4 as well as photographer and yoga teacher Vilas Turske, for whom minimalism is synonymous with clear thinking and inner peace.
26 min
Happiness and Self Confidence
Whether at work or on a date - self-confidence makes many things easier. Ronja von Rönne meets people who have overcome their insecurities: Anaesthetist and comedian Anissa Loucif regularly performs in front of large audiences, while karate coach Jörg Kohl shows how physical training and good role models promote inner strength. How can you build self-confidence and deal better with insecurities?
26 min
Our Parents and Siblings
For many, family means love and cohesion but can also be a source of tension and conflict. Ronja von Rönne explores the question of how to find a good relationship with parents and siblings. She meets people such as entrepreneur Maria Kauffmann and author Volker Kitz and asks experts to explain how to manage closeness, boundaries and responsibility.
26 min
Having Good Sex
In our hectic modern times, sex can sometimes lose out to work deadlines and binge-watching. How can we have better and more fulfilling sex? Ronja von Rönne meets couples and singles who have rediscovered their desire and experts who explain how we can consciously shape our own sexuality.
26 min
The Good Argument
Having a fight can be painful, but it can also clear the air, resolve underlying issues, and strengthen relationships. But how can we argue better and more productively? Ronje von Rönne explores how to manage conflicts with musician Andrzej Profus and journalist Hasnain Kazim.
26 min
The Joy of Growing OId
How can we age well? Ronja von Rönne trys to find out by talking to chimney sweep Norbert Skrobek, who is close to retirement and Monika Gutte who defies age with a zest for life. Experts explain how careful planning can help make retirement happy.
26 min