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The (Real) Reason You're Not Happy | Arthur Brooks
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In this episode, Arthur Brooks shares his insights on the pursuit of happiness and finding deeper meaning in life. Arthur C. Brooks is a renowned author, social scientist, and professor at Harvard, known for his bestselling book From Strength to Strength and his “How to Build a Life” column for The Atlantic. We dive into why external achievements often fall short in providing lasting joy, explore the paradoxical relationship between creativity and mental health, and discuss how practices like meditation and spirituality can help manage negative emotions. Arthur also shares his personal journey from being an unhappy social scientist to a leading figure in the study of happiness.
Some highlights we explore:
- Why external success can't guarantee happiness.
- Insights into why creative individuals often grapple with negative emotions.
- The role of meditation and spirituality in maintaining emotional health.
- A candid look at Arthur’s transformation from discontent to a leading happiness researcher.
- And more!
Enjoy!
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Manage episode 429328457 series 1009005
In this episode, Arthur Brooks shares his insights on the pursuit of happiness and finding deeper meaning in life. Arthur C. Brooks is a renowned author, social scientist, and professor at Harvard, known for his bestselling book From Strength to Strength and his “How to Build a Life” column for The Atlantic. We dive into why external achievements often fall short in providing lasting joy, explore the paradoxical relationship between creativity and mental health, and discuss how practices like meditation and spirituality can help manage negative emotions. Arthur also shares his personal journey from being an unhappy social scientist to a leading figure in the study of happiness.
Some highlights we explore:
- Why external success can't guarantee happiness.
- Insights into why creative individuals often grapple with negative emotions.
- The role of meditation and spirituality in maintaining emotional health.
- A candid look at Arthur’s transformation from discontent to a leading happiness researcher.
- And more!
Enjoy!
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