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424: The Secrets to a Happy and Fulfilled Life (Harvard Neuroscientist Explains!) | Arthur Brooks, PhD
The Genius Life
Balance the Macro Nutrients of Happiness
Extroverts typically enjoy higher mood balance and positive affect, waking up feeling better, while introverts cultivate deeper relationships and friendships, leading to a sense of meaning. Introverts may experience loneliness despite knowing many people superficially, but find satisfaction in a few close connections. Happiness comprises three macro nutrients: enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning, each playing a distinct role. Enjoyment differs from mere pleasure as it integrates social interaction and memory, marking a deeper experience. Engaging in pleasurable activities alone can signal a misalignment, stressing the need for shared experiences to enhance enjoyment.
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