Get Over Yourself
The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos
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Connecting Through Allocentrism
This chapter discusses the importance of allocentrism, emphasizing the value of understanding others' perspectives to foster happiness. It highlights the positive effects of social connections and altruistic behaviors, showing how activities like volunteering and community involvement can enhance well-being. The chapter also explores how practices like meditation and hobbies, such as metal detecting, can facilitate ego dissolution, allowing for deeper connections with humanity and the past.
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