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How to Be Happy: the Secrets, the Myths and the Science with Robert Waldinger, MD
Feb 1, 2025
Robert Waldinger, MD, a Harvard psychiatry professor and director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, shares insights from decades of research on happiness. He debunks common myths, highlighting that strong relationships, not wealth, are key to fulfillment. The conversation explores three forms of happiness: hedonic well-being, eudaimonia, and the psychologically rich life. Waldinger also delves into the impact of experiences over material goods, the importance of mindfulness, and how prioritizing others enhances our own happiness.
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- The Harvard Study of Adult Development reveals that happiness stems more from strong social connections than from wealth or status.
- Understanding happiness involves distinguishing between momentary pleasure (hedonic well-being) and a deeper sense of purpose (eudaimonia).
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