In 'The Happiness Hypothesis', Jonathan Haidt delves into the ancient wisdom of happiness, exploring how age-old philosophies intersect with modern psychology. He presents a compelling argument that our well-being can be influenced by both our external circumstances and internal beliefs. By examining ten great ideas from various cultures, Haidt reveals surprising insights about love, morality, and the meaning of life. This engaging blend of science and philosophy challenges readers to rethink what truly brings happiness. Are we mere puppets of our circumstances, or can we take charge of our own joy?
By Jonathan Haidt
Published: 2006
"The secret to happiness is not in seeking more, but in nurturing the wisdom to appreciate what we already have."
The bestselling author of The Righteous Mind draws on philosophical wisdom and scientific research to show how the meaningful life is closer than you think The Happiness Hypothesis is a book about ten Great Ideas. Each chapter is an attempt to savor one idea that has been discovered by several of the world's civilizations--to question it in light of what we now know from scientific research, and to extract from it the lessons that still apply to our modern lives and illuminate the causes of human flourishing. Award-winning psychologist Jonathan Haidt, the author of The Righteous Mind, shows how a deeper understanding of the world's philosophical wisdom and its enduring maxims--like "do unto others as you would have others do unto you," or "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger"--can enrich and even transform our lives.
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Jonathan Haidt is an American social psychologist, author, and professor known for his research on the psychology of morality and the interplay between culture, morality, and politics. He is the author of several influential books, including 'The Happiness Hypothesis', 'The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion', and 'The Coddling of the American Mind', co-authored with Greg Lukianoff. Haidt's writing style is characterized by its clarity, engaging narrative, and an emphasis on empirical research, making complex ideas accessible to a broad audience. Through his work, he seeks to foster understanding between differing viewpoints and address the divisions in contemporary society.
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