Happiness
The Paradox of Happiness: Why Chasing It Makes It Disappear
The harder you chase happiness, the more it slips away. Here's why — and how to let it find you instead.
Gautier Marchand
Editor & essayist
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Gautier is a writer and editor based in Paris, with one foot in Provence. He writes essays that lean on the French intellectual tradition — Montaigne, Pascal, Camus — applied to the things people actually do all day. He'd like to convince you that thinking carefully and living well are not different projects.
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Happiness
The Science of Joy: Exploring 10 Powerful Theories of Happiness
Hey there, happiness adventurers! Ever pondered what concocts a life brimming with joy and contentment? You’re in good company! In our collective quest for that elusive elixir of happiness, we often seek a…
Happiness
Winter’s Warmth: Growing Personally and Staying Happy in the Colder Months
Have you ever noticed how winter often brings more than just a chill in the air?
Happiness
The “As If” Principle: A Journey to Authentic Happiness
Once we move beyond mere survival, the pursuit of happiness emerges as a universal theme. But what if the path to genuine joy isn’t as elusive as it seems? Drawing from the wisdom of thinkers like William…
Happiness
Happiness Islands: Identifying Areas of Life That Bring Unproportionate Joy
“Happiness is not a station you arrive at, but a manner of traveling.” – Margaret Lee Runbeck
Books
Building the Life you Want: A Conversation with Oprah Winfrey and Arthur Brooks
Recently, Harvard Business School hosted an extraordinary event featuring Oprah Winfrey and Arthur Brooks, a professor at the institution. The event, introduced by Tsedal Neeley and Claudine Gay, the 30th…
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Hedonic Adaptation: Navigating Life’s Ups and Downs
Life is a journey full of exhilarating highs and heart-wrenching lows, each moment a brushstroke on the canvas of our emotions. In this intricate tapestry of feelings, the concept of hedonic adaptation…
Books
The Inner Game of Tennis: The Classic Guide to the Mental Side of Peak Performance
“The Inner Game of Tennis” by Timothy Gallwey is a transformative book that transcends the boundaries of sport. It delves into the psychology of the game, revealing valuable insights and techniques that can be…
Lifestyle
“Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind” by Yuval Noah Harari
In the vast expanse of time, our human journey has been marked by countless triumphs, tragedies, and extraordinary transformations. Yuval Noah Harari’s groundbreaking book, “Sapiens: A Brief History of…
Happiness
Fake It Until You Make It: Happiness & Success Secrets
We all strive for happiness, that elusive state of contentment and well-being. But what if I told you that happiness could be within your reach, even if you’re not feeling it right now? Enter the powerful…
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How to Be Happy in Life?
Do you ever struggle to find happiness and feel unfulfilled? Does genuine happiness sometimes feel elusive?