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The Power of Meaning : Finding Fulfillment in a World Obsessed with Happiness

by Emily Esfahani Smith
$13.78
The Power of Meaning : Finding Fulfillment in a World Obsessed with Happiness - Thryft
The Power of Meaning : Finding Fulfillment in a World Obsessed with Happiness - Thryft

Discovering meaning in life beyond the pursuit of happiness.

Recommendation: - This insightful book explores the often overlooked aspect of finding meaning in life, going beyond the quest for happiness. Through a blend of research, personal stories, and philosophical ideas, Emily Esfahani Smith highlights the importance of cultivating connections, pursuing a purpose, crafting our narratives, and embracing the unknown. The Power of Meaning will resonate deeply with those seeking a more fulfilling and purpose-driven life.

The Power of Meaning : Finding Fulfillment in a World Obsessed with Happiness

by Emily Esfahani Smith
$13.78
ISBN: 9780553446562
Authors: Emily Esfahani Smith
Publisher: Crown
Date of Publication: 2017-09-05
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Science, Philosophy, Personal Development
Related Topics: Mental Health, Psychology, Mental Health, Psychology, Personal Development, Leadership
Goodreads rating: 4.01
(rated by 4261 readers)

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In a culture obsessed with happiness, this wise, stirring book points the way toward a richer, more satisfying life.Too many of us believe that the search for meaning is an esoteric pursuit—that you have to travel to a distant monastery or page through dusty volumes to discover life’s secrets. The truth is, there are untapped sources of meaning all around us—right here, right now.To explore how we can craft lives of meaning, Emily Esfahani Smith synthesizes a kaleidoscopic array of sources—from psychologists, sociologists, philosophers, and neuroscientists to figures in literature and history such as George Eliot, Viktor Frankl, Aristotle, and the Buddha. Drawing on this research, Smith shows us how cultivating connections to others, identifying and working toward a purpose, telling stories about our place in the world, and seeking out mystery can immeasurably deepen our lives.To bring what she calls the four pillars of meaning to life, Smith visits a tight-knit fishing village in the Chesapeake Bay, stargazes in West Texas, attends a dinner where young people gather to share their experiences of profound loss, and more. She also introduces us to compelling seekers of meaning—from the drug kingpin who finds his purpose in helping people get fit to the artist who draws on her Hindu upbringing to create arresting photographs. And she explores how we might begin to build a culture that leaves space for introspection and awe, cultivates a sense of community, and imbues our lives with meaning.Inspiring and story-driven, The Power of Meaning  will strike a profound chord in anyone seeking a life that matters.
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