56. What's Essential: Dr. Arthur Brooks on Living a Better and Happier Life

Behavioral social scientist and Harvard professor Arthur Brooks (author, Love Your Enemies) shares his insights and research as a happiness scholar. He and Greg discuss the importance of understanding and embracing our unique genetic temperaments, as well as the ability to manage negative emotions and satisfaction. They explore the mindset shift that achieving happiness can be effortless through positive actions, good relationships, and acts of love.

This episode's book recommendation: Love Your Enemies by Arthur Brooks

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• Hosted by Greg McKeown
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• Executive Produced by Greg McKeown, Avi Gandhi, Brent Montgomery, and Ed Simpson
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