| Description |
xiii, 297 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Note |
APPE gift. InGrD |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 247-289) and index. |
| Contents |
Introduction: Too much wisdom -- The divided self -- Changing your mind -- Reciprocity with a vengeance -- The faults of others -- The pursuit of happiness -- Love and attachments -- The uses of adversity -- The felicity of virtue -- Divinity with or without God -- Happiness comes from between -- Conclusion: On balance. |
| Summary |
"Jonathan Haidt skillfully combines two genres- philosophical wisdom and scientific research-delighting the reader with surprising insights. He explains, for example, why we have such difficulty controlling ourselves and sticking to our plans; why no achievement brings lasting happiness, yet a few changes in your life can have profound effects, and why even confirmed atheists experience spiritual elevation. In a stunning final chapter, Haidt addresses the grand question 'How can I live a meaningful life?,' offering an original answer that draws on the rich inspiration of both philosophy and science"-- Publisher's description. |
| Subject |
Happiness.
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Love.
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Homeostasis.
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Happiness. |
| ISBN |
9780465028016 (hbk.) |
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0465028012 (hbk.) |
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9780465028023 (pbk.) |
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0465028020 (pbk.) |
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9781448713295 |
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1448713293 |
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