

How Do You Create Happiness? & Why Dogs Behave the Way They Do
40 snips Aug 21, 2025
Arthur C. Brooks, a Harvard professor and happiness expert, shares profound insights on creating lasting joy in our lives, discussing the interplay between happiness and human desire. Louise Glazebrook, a UK dog behaviorist, explains canine behavior, revealing why dogs sometimes ignore commands and offering practical training tips. She emphasizes the importance of understanding dogs' needs and the negative impacts of common misconceptions. Together, they delve into the complexities of fulfillment, for both humans and their furry companions.
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Happy Birthday's Complicated History
- 'Happy Birthday' was composed as 'Good Morning to All' and later became embroiled in copyright battles.
- The song entered the public domain after a 2015 court ruling.
Happiness Has Three Ingredients
- Happiness is a combination of enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning, not a single feeling.
- Arthur C. Brooks defines these three elements as the macronutrients of a happy life.
Happiness Requires Enduring Unhappiness
- Happiness and unhappiness coexist because they come from different brain systems.
- Brooks argues that tolerance of suffering is necessary to build lasting happiness.