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Build the Life You Want

The Art and Science of Getting Happier
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In Build the Life You Want by Oprah Winfrey and Arthur C. Brooks, the authors combine their insights to offer practical advice on achieving personal fulfilment. They explore strategies for building a life filled with purpose, joy, and resilience, drawing from their own experiences and research in social science. This guide is about empowering readers to create lasting happiness and meaning in their lives.
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Build the Life You Want

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Build the Life You Want by Oprah Winfrey and Arthur C. Brooks is an inspiring guide that embarks on a transformative journey towards greater happiness, regardless of the challenges you face. This book combines the renowned insights of Oprah Winfrey with the scholarly expertise of Harvard Professor Arthur C. Brooks, offering actionable strategies and wisdom to improve your quality of life right now. No longer should you wait for external change; the tools you need for personal transformation are within your grasp.

Oprah and Arthur illuminate the path to happiness by addressing key components of a fulfilling life, grounded in cutting-edge science and heartfelt wisdom. This bestselling guide reveals how to:

  • Manage your emotions, allowing you to regain control over your outlook and behaviour.
  • Turn life's inevitable challenges into opportunities for growth.
  • Strengthen family ties by managing expectations and building trust.
  • Create and nurture deep, lasting friendships at any stage of life.
  • Develop a satisfying and fulfilling approach to work that aligns with your personal values.
  • Find inner peace through a personal spiritual practice.

Each chapter in Build the Life You Want blends scientific research with Oprah and Arthur's own life experiences, making complex theories accessible and practical. Oprah’s empathetic storytelling, combined with Arthur’s academic rigor, ensures that every reader can relate and apply these principles to their own lives. This book is more than just a guide; it’s a roadmap to a better, more joyful life.

Enrich your life by learning how to cultivate happiness skills that can be shared with others. Through engaging narratives and effective strategies, Build the Life You Want equips you with the tools to transform your circumstances and find enduring contentment. Whether you are facing everyday stresses or overcoming significant challenges, this indispensable book will become your trusted companion on your journey towards a more fulfilled and happier existence.

Don't just aspire to happiness—make it a reality. Build the Life You Want is your blueprint for achieving the best version of your life, filled with joy and purpose.

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Build the Life You Want by Oprah Winfrey and Arthur C. Brooks has received positive reviews, praising its practical advice and inspirational guidance on achieving personal happiness and fulfilment. Readers appreciate the combination of Oprah's personal insights and Brooks's scientific approach, making the book both relatable and grounded in research.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781846047831

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Rider & Co

Illustration: N/A

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 332g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

Oprah Winfrey (Author) As a global media leader and communications pioneer, Oprah Winfrey has built unparalleled connections with people around the world. Through The Oprah Winfrey Show, she entertained, enlightened, and uplifted millions of viewers for twenty-five years. Her accomplishments as a philanthropist and her commitment to books, reading and education have established her as one of the most respected and admired public figures today. Arthur C Brooks (Author) Arthur C. Brooks is the Parker Gilbert Montgomery Professor of the Practice of Public and Nonprofit Leadership at the Harvard Kennedy School and Professor of Management Practice at the Harvard Business School, where he teaches courses on happiness. He is the creator of the popular 'How to Build a Life' column at The Atlantic, an acclaimed public speaker, and the author of bestselling books, including From Strength to Strength and Love Your Enemies.

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