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Mentioned in 16 episodes
The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness
Book • 2023
This book, written by the directors of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, argues that the key to a happy and fulfilling life is strong relationships.
The study, which has followed the lives of over 1,300 individuals from two generations of families for more than 80 years, reveals that good relationships predict better health and happiness.
The authors present insights from the personal stories of the study's participants, supported by findings from numerous other scientific studies.
The book emphasizes that relationships in all forms—friendships, romantic partnerships, families, and more—contribute to a happier and healthier life, and it provides practical advice on how to strengthen and build these connections.
The study, which has followed the lives of over 1,300 individuals from two generations of families for more than 80 years, reveals that good relationships predict better health and happiness.
The authors present insights from the personal stories of the study's participants, supported by findings from numerous other scientific studies.
The book emphasizes that relationships in all forms—friendships, romantic partnerships, families, and more—contribute to a happier and healthier life, and it provides practical advice on how to strengthen and build these connections.
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Mentioned in 16 episodes
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as the basis for a conversation about the Harvard Study of Adult Development and its findings on happiness and well-being.


Steven Bartlett

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7 Life-changing Lessons From The Longest Ever Study On Health & Happiness! Dr. Robert Waldinger
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as a book summarizing the Harvard Study of Adult Development's findings on happiness.


Simon Sinek

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The Secret to Happiness with Harvard professor Robert Waldinger
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as the author of a book summarizing the Harvard Study of Adult Development.


Simon Sinek

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Revisited: The Secret to Happiness with Harvard professor Robert Waldinger
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as the book summarizing the findings of the 85-year Harvard Study of Adult Development on human happiness.


Brett McKay

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Key Insights From the Longest Study on Happiness
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as exploring why we often fail to invest in social connection as we age.


Laurie Santos

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Don't Make Friends Where You Make Your Money?
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as the basis for the podcast episode, highlighting the importance of relationships in health and happiness.


Rangan Chatterjee

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Lessons From The World’s Longest Scientific Study of Happiness with Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz #364
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as a book based on the Harvard study of adult development, focusing on relationships and happiness.


Angela Duckworth

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157. How Can You Get Closer to the People You Care About?
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as a new book based on the Harvard Study of Adult Development.


Sam Harris

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#308 — The Long Game
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as the author of the book, summarizing the findings of the Harvard Study of Adult Development.


Kurt Nikish

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Work Insights from the World’s Longest Happiness Study
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as the book they will be discussing in the episode.


Eric Zimmer

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Why Good Relationships Are the Key to Living a Long and Happy Life with Robert Waldinger




