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  • Publisher:
    Bristol University Press
    Publication date:
    10 March 2021
    28 November 2019
    ISBN:
    9781447353577
    9781447353553
    9781447353560
    DOI:
    https://doi.org/10.46692/9781447353577
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    History of Philosophy, Philosophy, Psychology, Cognition
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    We appear to have more control over our lives than ever before. If we could get things right - the perfect job, relationship, family, body and mind - then we'd be happy. With enough economic growth and technological innovation, we could cure all societal ills. The Happiness Problem shows that this way of thinking is too simplistic and can even be harmful: no matter how much progress we make, we will still be vulnerable to disappointment, loss and suffering. The things we do to make ourselves happy are merely the tip of the iceberg. Sam Wren-Lewis offers an alternative process that acknowledges insecurity and embraces uncertainty. Drawing on our psychological capacities for curiosity and compassion, he proposes that we can connect with, and gain a deeper understanding of, the personal and social challenges that define our time.

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