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The how of happiness
Book • 2021
In *The How of Happiness*, Sonja Lyubomirsky offers a detailed yet easy-to-follow plan to increase happiness.
Drawing on her extensive research, Lyubomirsky explains that while 50% of happiness is determined by genetics and 10% by life circumstances, 40% can be controlled through intentional thoughts and behaviors.
The book provides over a dozen uniquely formulated happiness-increasing strategies, including practicing optimism, savoring life's pleasures, and staying active.
It also includes diagnostic quizzes to help readers understand their 'happiness set point' and select activities that best fit their personality, resources, and goals.
Lyubomirsky emphasizes the importance of personalizing these strategies to achieve long-term happiness.
Drawing on her extensive research, Lyubomirsky explains that while 50% of happiness is determined by genetics and 10% by life circumstances, 40% can be controlled through intentional thoughts and behaviors.
The book provides over a dozen uniquely formulated happiness-increasing strategies, including practicing optimism, savoring life's pleasures, and staying active.
It also includes diagnostic quizzes to help readers understand their 'happiness set point' and select activities that best fit their personality, resources, and goals.
Lyubomirsky emphasizes the importance of personalizing these strategies to achieve long-term happiness.
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Mentioned by 
Neil Pasricha when discussing the correlation between increased abundance and happiness levels.
Neil Pasricha when discussing the correlation between increased abundance and happiness levels.
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#72 Neil Pasricha: Happy Habits
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Rich Roll as best-selling books exploring misconceptions about happiness and providing strategies for increasing it.
Rich Roll as best-selling books exploring misconceptions about happiness and providing strategies for increasing it.
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The How of Happiness: Psychologist Sonja Lyubomirsky On Connection, Gratitude, Kindness, MDMA, & Other Tools For Greater Joy
Mentioned by Tamar Gendler for her quote on happiness as a skill that requires work, echoing Aristotle's ideas.
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Happiness Lessons of The Ancients: Aristotle and Plato ICYMI
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Laurie Santos as a key source for understanding the science of happiness and introversion.
Laurie Santos as a key source for understanding the science of happiness and introversion.105 snips
Top 5: How to Act Like an Extrovert
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Kim Mills as one of 
Sonja Lyubomirsky 's best-selling books on the science of happiness.
Kim Mills as one of Sonja Lyubomirsky 's best-selling books on the science of happiness.
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How to be happier, with Sonja Lyubomirsky, PhD
Mentioned by 
Cal Newport when discussing a research study on the effectiveness of a coaching program.
Cal Newport when discussing a research study on the effectiveness of a coaching program.
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Mentioned by Ted Hesser in the introduction as a New York Times bestseller written by Dr. Sonja Lubomirsky.
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The Science of Happiness: Positive Psychology Explained
Mentioned by Tamar Gendler as a source for the idea that happiness is a skill that can be developed through effort and practice.
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Happiness Lessons of The Ancients: Aristotle
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Brian Johnson as the source of wisdom for the day, focusing on intentional activities to boost happiness.
Brian Johnson as the source of wisdom for the day, focusing on intentional activities to boost happiness.
The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky (Heroic Wisdom Daily)
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Dacher Keltner in the context of a happiness class at Berkeley, as a book that discusses rumination and its interference with effective behavior and calmness.
Dacher Keltner in the context of a happiness class at Berkeley, as a book that discusses rumination and its interference with effective behavior and calmness.
How to Focus Under Pressure (Encore)
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Michelle McQuaid as a bestselling author whose research is on the science of happiness.
Michelle McQuaid as a bestselling author whose research is on the science of happiness.
Can You Be Happier? with Sonja Lyubomirksy
