The Good Life

Name: The Good Life
Brand: Ebury Publishing
SKU: 9781846046773
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Lessons from the World's Longest Study on Happiness

By Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz

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( 9,375 ratings, 1,048 reviews)

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The Good Life by Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz explores the Harvard Study of Adult Development, examining what truly contributes to happiness and fulfilment by tracking the lives of numerous individuals over decades. The book delves into the findings, illustrating the vital importance of relationships and mental well-being in achieving a good life.
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This book may appeal to you if you are interested in finding the secrets to lifelong happiness and fulfilment, grounded in extensive research from the longest scientific study of happiness. The authors reveal how relationships are key to a happy life and provide insights on cultivating meaningful connections.

The Good Life

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An era-defining book on happiness based on a top 10 most watched TED talk of all time with over 40 million views.

In a crowded field of life advice and even life advice based on scientific research, Schulz and Waldinger stand apart - Angela Duckworth, author of Grit

What makes for a fulfilling and meaningful life? A good life?

Based on findings from the 80-year-long Harvard Study of Adult Development, this landmark book reveals the simple yet surprising truth: the stronger our relationships, the more likely we are to live happy, satisfying, and overall healthier lives.

Revealing the ground-breaking research behind the world's longest study on happiness, programme directors Dr Robert Waldinger and Dr Marc Schulz bring together scientific precision, traditional wisdom, incredible real-life stories, and actionable insights to prove once and for all that our own wellbeing and ability to flourish is absolutely within our control.

An outstanding book. It combines the longest and richest study of human lives anywhere with two remarkable authors of extraordinary breadth - Richard Layard, author of Can We Be Happier?

This captivating, powerful book shows us scientifically and practically how to define, create and most importantly live the good life - Jay Shetty

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Good Life is highly praised for its depth, combining an extensive study on human lives with engaging writing from its authors. Reviewers highlight its balanced approach of humour and scientific analysis, proving essential and timely during periods of social isolation. It’s regarded as both informative and practical, offering significant insights into mental health and the nature of happiness.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781846046773

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 January 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Rider & Co

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 351g

Pages: 352

Collections

Education & Reference Happiness & Mental Health Marc Schulz Mindset & Self Help Motivation & Inspiration New at Book Hero Non-Fiction Personal Development Philosophy & Psychology Robert Waldinger Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

Robert Waldinger (Author) Dr Robert Waldinger is Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, Director of the Center for Psychodynamic Therapy and Research at Massachusetts General Hospital, and Director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development. He is also a Zen Priest. Marc Schulz (Author) Marc Schulz is the associate director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development and the Sue Kardas PhD 1971 Chair in Psychology at Bryn Mawr College. He also directs the data science program and previously chaired the psychology department and Clinical Developmental Psychology PhD program at Bryn Mawr. Dr. Schulz received his BA from Amherst College and his PhD in clinical psychology from the University of California at Berkeley. He is a practicing therapist with postdoctoral training in health and clinical psychology at Harvard Medical School.