Jonathan Rauch on Why Many People Are Unhappy in Middle Age (and How Life Gets Better After Fifty)
The Good Fight
The U Curve of Happiness and Aging
This chapter explores the U curve of happiness and challenges the stereotype that aging brings depression and disappointment. It discusses how aging contributes to emotional resilience, stability, and wisdom, leading to higher levels of life satisfaction. The chapter also delves into the choices and behaviors that people tend to prioritize as they age, such as investing in meaningful connections and giving back to others.
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