by Arthur C. Brooks, Oprah Winfrey
Published
September 12, 2023
Pages
269 pages
Language
English
Publisher
Portfolio
Kindle
$2.99
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$17.04
Paperback
$17.99
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You can get happier. And getting there will be the adventure of your lifetime. INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In Build the Life You Want , Arthur C.
Brooks and Oprah Winfrey invite you to begin a journey toward greater happiness no matter how challenging your circumstances. Drawing on cutting-edge science and their years of helping people translate ideas into action, they show you how to improve your life right now instead of waiting for the outside world to change. With insight, compassion, and hope, Brooks and Winfrey reveal how the tools of emotional self-management can change your life―immediately.
They recommend practical, research-based practices to build the four pillars of happiness: family, friendship, work, and faith. And along the way, they share hard-earned wisdom from their own lives and careers as well as the witness of regular people whose lives are joyful despite setbacks and hardship. Equipped with the tools of emotional self-management and ready to build your four pillars, you can take control of your present and future rather than hoping and waiting for your circumstances to improve.
Build the Life You Want is your blueprint for a better life.
In a world constantly chasing happiness, "Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier" offers a groundbreaking approach to achieving true contentment. Authored with insight and foresight, this book provides readers with actionable strategies and a deep understanding of what it truly means to lead a happy life. It intertwines scientific research with practical wisdom, guiding you through the process of defining and pursuing personal happiness.
Prepare to embark on an enlightening journey towards a more meaningful existence, armed with the tools you need to transform aspirations into reality.
Understanding happiness through a blend of scientific principles and artistic insight fosters personal growth. Achieve lasting fulfillment by aligning your daily actions with your core values and aspirations. Practical strategies and exercises empower readers to create a life filled with genuine joy.
With a blend of actionable advice and scientific research this book serves as a comprehensive guide for anyone seeking happiness and fulfillment. It delves into the psychology behind joy breaking down complex theories into digestible insights that can be easily applied to everyday life. In this thoughtful exploration readers are encouraged to reflect on their own definitions of happiness and navigate the intricate paths that lead to personal satisfaction.
The book's approach is not just theoretical but deeply practical offering exercises to help you identify and pursue your own vision of a fulfilling life. Transforming theory into practice the authors present strategies to realign daily actions with deeply held values and dreams. Each chapter builds upon the last to create a cohesive roadmap towards a happier life fostering a sense of progression in the reader.
Illuminated by real-life anecdotes and case studies this book also reveals the art of embracing change facing challenges and finding happiness in unexpected places. By equipping readers with tools to tackle life's ups and downs it fosters resilience and inspires positive change. The intertwining of art and science within these pages manifests as a unique guide to personal growth encouraging readers to rewrite their own stories of happiness.
Ultimately this book acts as a beacon shining light on the path to a better happier you.
What makes this book exceptional is its seamless combination of art and science creating a multifaceted approach to happiness Its depth is unrivaled making it a standout in the genre. Unlike typical self-help books it provides a balanced mix of theory and actionable advice Readers appreciate the real-life applicability which empowers them to implement change immediately. The inclusion of personal stories and research-backed insights ensures relatability and relevance making it not just informative but deeply engaging and inspiring This book is a must-read for those seeking lasting happiness.
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Based on 2674 ratings
Well written. Could have done without Oprah as I didn't think she added that much. Arthur is terrific.
Learnt a lot and helped with my anxiety issue
There were philosophical claims in this work that I agreed with, and many I did not. I constantly found myself saying, "Why did you jump to this conclusion? What makes this obvious? You can't be serious. That's not what Poe was about at all!" It's not that I found the book reprehensible or dangerous; more that I thought it was, for me, often incoherent, absurd, or downright wrong. Usually I thought it just didn't dig deep enough to satisfy the rigor I look for in a philosophical text. Perhaps that depth was not what this book was going for. Maybe it was seeking a fast-food fix for the layman who has never had the thought, "What is best in life? What is truly within my control? What should my desires be? Why?" Where I wish the book had started was from establishing that the desire for a person would be happiness to begin with. Why? For what reason is it beneficial or even desirable to be happy? To be a person of worth or virtue or value? We often operate under a tacit acceptance that happiness and virtue is something we all should desire. I suppose it is true, but why? I have my own assumptions, but I'd like the author to establish his own ideas at the outset. How do we know where we're going unless we have a destination to aim for? How do we know if we are getting there quickly, poorly, or well, if we can't have some end goal in mind, and a basis of measurement to measure our progress and effectiveness against. If you thought the same as me, then I'd invite you to read some works that really did connect for me: 1. Plato - Dialogues (not the statutory rape of young men, or the being a sententious dick, the parts about being a virtuous person, and whether such a thing can be taught.) 2. 7 habits of highly effective people 3. Ayn Rand - Atlas Shrugged 4. Speed of Trust 5. Epictetus - Dialogues and Selected Writings 6. A Farewell to Alms - Gregory Clark These to name a few were the most impactful works upon my current philosophies. I understand I am probably far out of my depth, as I have only read very little compared to what I assume this author has read. But if you think like me, and haven't read these, I'd highly encourage you to. If this book genuinely, truly helped you, then I am glad. But it did not do so for me. And if you're like me, you're not alone. Good luck to all out there seeking better in life!
easy to read
This book is a roadmap to happiness, and has practical application to your life. I was impressed with the science behind the concepts. The author writes a happiness column in The Atlantic.
Love this book!
I bought this book after seeing a lengthy interview with Brooks. I love the explanation about the difference between pleasure and enjoyment and that satisfaction and purpose complete the circle of happiness. Love that he explains that we have happiness because we also have unhappiness. Nowhere in the book did I see anything about manifesting anything....what a relief! But what left me feeling a bit deflated is that there was a perceived need for this book in the first place, and maybe that's not the author's fault. Life is difficulty, work hard to achieve satisfaction, and find some higher purpose for life - aren't these things mom and dad should be teaching and modeling for their kids? Must we learn how to be good humans these days through books and TikTok videos?
This really gives you concrete steps to take to attain the life you want. I’m not done with it yet but I really like it. Not a lot of fluff, just good, sound, clinically based advice.