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The Happiness Hypothesis
- Narrated by: Ryan Vincent Anderson
- Length: 10 hrs and 18 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Jonathan Haidt skillfully combines two genres—philosophical wisdom and scientific research—delighting the listener 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.
"The Happiness Hypothesis is a wonderful and nuanced book that provides deep insight into the some of the most important questions in life—Why are we here? What kind of life should we lead? What paths lead to happiness? From the ancient philosophers to cutting edge scientists, Haidt weaves a tapestry of the best and the brightest. His highly original work on elevation and awe—two long-neglected emotions—adds a new weave to that tapestry. A truly inspiring book."—David M. Buss, author of The Evolution of Desire: Strategies of Human Mating
"In this beautifully written book, Jonathan Haidt shows us the deep connection that exists between cutting-edge psychological research and the wisdom of the ancients. It is inspiring to see how much modern psychology informs life's most central and persistent questions"—Barry Schwartz, author ofThe Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less
"In our quest for happiness, we must find a balance between modern science and ancient wisdom, between East and West, and between "left brain" and "right brain." Haidt has struck that balance perfectly, and in doing so has given us the most brilliant and lucid analysis of virtue and well-being in the entire literature of positive psychology. For the reader who seeks to understand happiness, my advice is: Begin with Haidt."—Martin E.P. Seligman, Director, Positive Psychology Center at the University of Pennsylvania and author of Authentic Happiness
"Haidt is a fine guide on this journey between past and present, discussing the current complexities of psychological theory with clarity and humor. . . Haidt's is an open-minded, robust look at philosophy, psychological fact and spiritual mystery, of scientific rationalism and the unknowable ephemeral—an honest inquiry that concludes that the best life is, perhaps, one lived in the balance of opposites."—Bookpage
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What the critics say
"An erudite, fluently written, stimulating reassessment of age-old issues." (Publishers Weekly, starred review)
"The Happiness Hypothesis...has more to say about the pleasures and perils, the truths, of being alive than any book I've read in a long time." (San Francisco Bay Guardian)
"[T]he psychologist Jonathan Haidt shows in his wonderfully smart and readable The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom [that] modern science and history have a lot to say to each other." (Darrin McMahon, The Washington Post)
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- Heather S.
- 2019-11-10
I prefer Jonathan Haidt's voice
I wish the author had read the book, he had narrated his other works and I loved them.
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- Kim
- 2020-02-06
Caution: Narrator can lull you to sleep
Interesting book, but not for the tired. If your focus is low you will wake up halfway through this one.
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- C
- 2020-07-28
Ishmael with footnotes.
Most enjoyable audio listen of my audible membership. Share listen with a friend. Would listen again.
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- Amazon Customer
- 2020-02-14
Great book!
This is one of the books that resonated with me...I loved every part of it. thanks!
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- justin baerg
- 2020-10-07
Excellent discussion
I have thoroughly enjoyed digesting this book for 20min at a time for the last month.
Each chapter brings great insight into ancient philosophers (including some background and context) and applies it to our current understanding of the world.
It is best taken in small bites and then discussed with a close friend.
Chew slowly and enjoy this meal.
Ps: the narrator is dry. But his voice picks up a bit at the end, or maybe I just got used to it.
I will be purchasing this book in hardcover.
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- Nicole
- 2019-05-20
Dry narration.
Valuable content and well written. Definitely an important book. The narration was monotone and flat, which made it hard to digest. I will likely read the book myself at some point.
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- Anonymous User
- 2020-08-14
Great book!
The information in the book was delivered perfectly, easy to follow and understand. Would recommend this, there’s some good stories, great studies that help you understand yourself/others better!
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- NewMom1520
- 2020-10-13
Masterpiece
This book was so good that I got halfway and decided to restart it just to hear some things again. I just finished it.
The narrator had an odd pronunciation of “rider”. I thought he was saying “writer” until I restarted the book.
There were so many good quotes and great insights that I actually ordered the paperback and started reading it.
I definitely think implementation of the ideas in this book can help me improve my life and overall happiness.
This book is just a gem.
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- Kambi Heywood
- 2020-01-02
An entertaining, insightful read.
If you are a Malcolm Gladwell fan, you will most likely love this book. It is full of vivid real-life illustrations to bring out the point of "what is happiness", how it is measured in different cultures, and by this awareness hopefully create more happiness in your life and to those around you.
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- JONAS M.
- 2021-01-29
wide scope of topics. poorly read
interesting breadth of topics covered. I did not like the narrator's monotone voice. it definitely took away from my enjoyment of this material
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