
The Happiness Hypothesis
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Ryan Vincent Anderson
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By:
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Jonathan Haidt
The author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Anxious Generation shows how a deeper understanding of the world's philosophical wisdom can enrich and transform our lives
Jonathan Haidt skillfully combines two genres-philosophical wisdom and scientific research-delighting the listener with surprising insights. He explains, for example, why we have such difficulty controlling ourselves and sticking to our plans; why no achievement brings lasting happiness, yet a few changes in your life can have profound effects, and why even confirmed atheists experience spiritual elevation. In a stunning final chapter, Haidt addresses the grand question "How can I live a meaningful life?," offering an original answer that draws on the rich inspiration of both philosophy and science.
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"The Happiness Hypothesis is a wonderful and nuanced book that provides deep insight into the some of the most important questions in life -- Why are we here? What kind of life should we lead? What paths lead to happiness? From the ancient philosophers to cutting edge scientists, Haidt weaves a tapestry of the best and the brightest. His highly original work on elevation and awe -- two long-neglected emotions -- adds a new weave to that tapestry. A truly inspiring book."—David M. Buss, author of The Evolution of Desire
"[T]he psychologist Jonathan Haidt shows in his wonderfully smart and readable The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom [that] modern science and history have a lot to say to each other."—Darrin McMahon, The Washington Post
"In this beautifully written book, Jonathan Haidt shows us the deep connection that exists between cutting-edge psychological research and the wisdom of the ancients. It is inspiring to see how much modern psychology informs life's most central and persistent questions."—Barry Schwartz, author of The Paradox of Choice
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a bit of a mishmash of ideas, but interesting
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This book is without a doubt one of my new favorites because of the life-changing advice I was able to absorb, not to mention the fact that it was a delight to get through because of the entertaining way such advice is presented to the reader/listener by the author.
Amazing & Beneficial - A Must Have!
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This book brings together some of the best time-tested ancient wisdom and weighs it against the most current and compelling scientific research relating to happiness; sometimes supporting it, sometimes overturning it, sometimes modifying and expanding on it.
Contrary to what many believe, science does have a great deal to say on some of life's biggest moral and philosophical questions, as this book reveals with refreshing clarity.
Nailed it!
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Calming book.
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Good content, terrible narration.
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Meaning of life = 42 and your relationship to it
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Great psychology book for every one
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Helped me change my outlook
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Tame your elephant, cultivate happiness
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A new awareness for an old condition ....
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