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Book Summary of The Happiness Hypothesis by Jonathan Haidt

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The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth In Ancient Wisdom by Jonathan Haidt

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In The Happiness Hypothesis, Jonathan Haidt digs through ancient wisdom and writings about how to live a good life — and then puts those teachings into perspective for the modern world we live in today. He summarizes his findings based on what’s common throughout various texts from around the world, as well as what’s supported by science.

Here’s what you’ll learn about in this summary:

—Why we do what we do

—A formula for happiness

—How to use the formula to increase happiness and purpose in life

—And much, much more...

© 2016 Flashbooks (Audiobook): 9781987131758

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Audiobook: 18 October 2016

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