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The good life : lessons from the world's longest scientific study of happiness Cover Image Book

The good life : lessons from the world's longest scientific study of happiness / Robert Waldinger, MD and Marc Schulz, PhD.

Waldinger, Robert J., 1951- (author.). Schulz, Marc S., (author.).

Summary:

"What makes a life fulfilling and meaningful? The simple but surprising answer is: relationships. The stronger our relationships, the more likely we are to live happy, satisfying, and overall healthier lives. In fact, the Harvard Study of Adult Development reveals that the strength of our connections with others can predict the health of both our bodies and our brains as we go through life."-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781982166694
  • ISBN: 198216669X
  • ISBN: 9781982166700
  • Physical Description: ix, 341 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
  • Edition: First Simon & Schuster edition
  • Publisher: New York : Simon & Schuster, 2023.

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Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
What makes a good life? -- Why relationships matter -- Relationships on the winding road of life -- Social fitness : keeping your relationships in the good shape -- Attention to relationships : your best investment -- Facing the music : adapting to challenges in your relationships -- Person beside you : how intimate relationships shape our lives -- Family matters -- Good life at work : investing in connections -- All friends have benefits -- Conclusion: It's never too late to be happy.

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Subject:
Harvard Study of Adult Development.
Happiness > Psychological aspects.
Happiness > Social aspects.
Happiness > Research.
Interpersonal relations.
Relationship quality.
Quality of life.
Well-being.
Genre:
Self-help publications.

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  • 40 of 47 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Madison County Public Library.

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