The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos Happiness Lessons of The Ancients: The Day of Rest
Apr 12, 2021
Join Sarah Hurwitz, a former speechwriter for Hillary Clinton and Michelle Obama, as she shares transformative insights on the importance of taking a day of rest. Exploring the Jewish tradition of Shabbat, she highlights how stepping back from constant busyness can enhance personal well-being and deepen connections with loved ones. Sarah reveals her journey from a frantic lifestyle to embracing rest, discussing the mental and emotional benefits of this practice in combating modern pressures and fostering genuine happiness.
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Work Exhaustion
- Sarah Hurwitz, initially driven by achievement, worked relentlessly, neglecting personal well-being.
- Exhausted from constant work, she left broken glass on her kitchen floor for weeks.
Shower Phone
- Sarah Hurwitz's dedication to work extended to extreme lengths.
- She even brought her phone into the shower to avoid missing calls during political campaigns.
Consumerism and Happiness
- Consumerism pushes a narrative of "not enough," driving relentless work for material gain.
- Research shows happiness plateaus after a certain income, much lower than people think.
