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ARTHUR C. BROOKS: the pillars of happiness

2025/4/17
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Arthur C. Brooks is an author and academic, he has written 13 books and is a columnist for the Atlantic with 'How to Build a Life'

Arthur leads this discussion exploring the concept of happiness from interdisciplinary perspectives, bridging philosophy, neuroscience, and behavioural science. Happiness is defined through the components of enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning. Arthur address the dilemma of constantly chasing goals and the paradox of the hedonic treadmill.

Read Arthur's column in the Atlantic: How to Build a Life )

Read 'There's a Lesson to Learn from Daniel Kahneman's Death') in the New York Times

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