Build the Life You Want... Advice from Arthur Brooks and Oprah
The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos
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The Illusion of Individuality and the Power of Observing Others
The Zen Buddhist colon illustrates the illusion of individuality and the concept of emptiness in Buddhism./nThe colon about not knowing emphasizes the importance of observing without intentions./nFocusing on self-care and self-obsession can be tedious and ineffective, while caring for others can lead to a sense of fulfillment./nEncouraging students to perform kind acts for others benefits both the recipient and the doer by allowing them to detach from their self-identity.
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