When Stalin Killed the Weekend (with The Happiness Lab)
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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Holidays, Work-Life Balance, and Happiness
This chapter examines the connection between vacations, mental health, and collective joy, highlighting research from Sweden and Denmark. It discusses how shared vacation times reduce antidepressant use and improve social bonds, with implications for workplace policies in the U.S. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of perceived control over work schedules for enhancing employee happiness and well-being.
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