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WorkLife with Adam Grant
Happiness Through Indirect Pursuit
Happiness is perceived differently across cultures, with societal good prioritized in Japan, contentment in Bhutan, and a similar sense in Scandinavia. The understanding of happiness has evolved from a direct pursuit to recognizing it as a frequency or coincidental outcome of engaging in meaningful activities. This perspective aligns with the idea that happiness can only be pursued indirectly; thus, a focus on relationships, challenges, and shared experiences fosters true contentment. This shift encourages individuals to avoid fixation on immediate happiness and instead concentrate on actions that organically lead to fulfillment.
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