The Art and Science of Getting Happier

Build the Life You Want

Arthur C. Brooks

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Build the Life You Want

The Art and Science of Getting Happier

Written byArthur C. Brooks

Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey argue that you don't have to wait for life to change to feel happier. You can start by managing your emotions and investing in four pillars: family, friendship, work and faith.

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  • Published2023
  • GenreSelf-improvement
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  1. 01Happiness has three parts

    Enjoyment, satisfaction and purpose together make up a happy life.

  2. 02Notice your emotions

    Stepping back to observe a feeling gives you a choice about how to respond.

  3. 03Swap the feeling, not the facts

    You can't always change what happens, but you can practise choosing a better emotional response.

  4. 04Look outward

    Focusing on other people takes you out of your own head and lifts your mood.

  5. 05Build the four pillars

    Family, friendship, work and faith (or a sense of something bigger) are where lasting happiness grows.

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