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The Next Big Idea Daily
S33 E5: "Build the Life You Want" by Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey
Sep 22, 2023
15:44
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Harvard professor Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey discuss happiness and its pillars: family, friendship, work, and faith. They explore managing emotions through techniques like journaling, meditation, prayer, and therapy. They also emphasize the importance of pursuing the four pillars for a fulfilling life.
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- Happiness consists of enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning, which can be enhanced by adding people and creating memorable experiences.
- To build a happier life, focus on faith, family, friendship, and finding joy in work by earning success and serving others rather than pursuing money or status.
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Understanding the components of happiness
Happiness is not just a feeling; it consists of three psychological phenomena: enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning. Enjoyment is enhanced by adding people and creating memorable experiences. Satisfaction can be achieved, but it requires managing both what you have and what you want. Meaning in life comes from understanding the purpose and direction of your life, as well as why you feel alive.
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