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Mentioned in 14 episodes

The Book of Joy

Lasting Happiness in a Changing World
Book • 2016
In this book, the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu reflect on their long lives and share their insights on finding joy despite hardships.

During a week-long visit in April 2015, they discussed the nature of true joy, confronted obstacles such as fear, stress, and grief, and outlined the Eight Pillars of Joy. The book includes stories, wisdom, and science, as well as their daily joy practices that anchor their emotional and spiritual lives.

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Mentioned in 14 episodes

Mentioned by Elizabeth Gilbert as a conversation between the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Tutu on joy.
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#751: Elizabeth Gilbert and Jack Kornfield
Mentioned by Rich Roll in the context of discussing the importance of maintaining hope and joy in the face of challenges, referencing the book's focus on these themes.
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Rainn Wilson Is Calling For A Spiritual Revolution
Mentioned by Noah Ruschetta when discussing the difference between happiness and joy.
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204 - Beyond Happiness
Polecona przez Agnieszkę Bolikowską jako książka o radości i pokonywaniu lęków.
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Recommended by Jemma Sbeg as a book about happiness, humanity and gratitude.
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Mentioned by Jack Kornfield as an example of joyful people who have experienced immense suffering.
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Mentioned by William Elliott when discussing the concept of the hedonic treadmill.
Ep. 133: David Allen chats with William Elliott
Quoted by the host to emphasize the importance of choosing hope and perseverance.
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Mentioned by Jack Kornfield as a conversation between old friends on laughing and connecting deeply.
Ep. 295 – The Sweet and Radical Joy of Living in the Way
Mentioned as a book that helped change perspective.
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Recommended by Tom Bilyeu as a source for daily habits that contribute to happiness.
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Mentioned by Randy Sparks as a book containing a quote about courage.
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Mentioned by Rich Roll as a New York Times bestseller that synthesizes conversations on human happiness and suffering between Douglas Abrams, the Dalai Lama, and Bishop Desmond Tutu.
Doug Abrams On Why Hope Is The Antidote For Apathy
Recommended by Pramila Jayapal as a source of inspiration and reflection on joy, hope, and optimism.
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