
How to Be Happy: the Secrets, the Myths and the Science with Robert Waldinger, MD
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The Path to True Happiness
This chapter discusses the importance of self-perception and how external feedback can reshape negative beliefs about oneself. It emphasizes the stoic principles of focusing on what we can control to foster emotional well-being and challenges common misconceptions about happiness, revealing that strong relationships, rather than wealth or fame, are key to fulfillment. By examining research findings, the chapter illustrates the complex relationship between income and happiness, suggesting that personal fulfillment and experiences are more crucial than mere financial success.
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