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Build the Life You Want

The Art and Science of Getting Happier

14 minArthur C. Brooks, Oprah Winfrey

What's it about

Tired of chasing a happiness that always feels just out of reach? What if you could stop waiting for external circumstances to change and start building a genuinely happier life right now? This guide gives you the blueprint, combining ancient wisdom with modern science to put you in control. Discover the four emotional pillars you need to construct a life filled with meaning and joy. You'll learn practical, research-backed techniques to manage your emotions, strengthen your relationships, and find deep satisfaction in your work and faith, no matter where you're starting from.

Meet the author

Arthur C. Brooks is a Harvard professor, social scientist, and bestselling author who specializes in the study of human happiness and leadership. Partnering with global media leader and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey, they combined decades of scientific research and personal experience to explore what truly makes people happier. Their collaboration offers a practical, evidence-based framework for managing emotions and building a more joyful, meaningful life, a journey Oprah has shared with millions for over four decades.

Build the Life You Want book cover

What's it about

Tired of chasing a happiness that always feels just out of reach? What if you could stop waiting for external circumstances to change and start building a genuinely happier life right now? This guide gives you the blueprint, combining ancient wisdom with modern science to put you in control. Discover the four emotional pillars you need to construct a life filled with meaning and joy. You'll learn practical, research-backed techniques to manage your emotions, strengthen your relationships, and find deep satisfaction in your work and faith, no matter where you're starting from.

Meet the author

Arthur C. Brooks is a Harvard professor, social scientist, and bestselling author who specializes in the study of human happiness and leadership. Partnering with global media leader and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey, they combined decades of scientific research and personal experience to explore what truly makes people happier. Their collaboration offers a practical, evidence-based framework for managing emotions and building a more joyful, meaningful life, a journey Oprah has shared with millions for over four decades.