The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Study on Happiness

<p>THE <i>NEW YORK TIMES</i> BESTSELLER<br /><br /><b>Discover the science of happiness and how meaningful relationships hold the key to a longer, healthier and more fulfilling life, in the must-read bestseller. </b><br /><br /><b>'This captivating, powerful book</b> shows us scientifically and practically how to define, create and most importantly live the good life' <b>Jay Shetty</b>, bestselling author of <i>Think Like a Monk</i><br /><br /><i><b>What if the secret to lasting happiness has been hiding in plain sight? </b></i><br /><br />Based on the world's longest scientific study of happiness, the Harvard Study of Adult Development, this landmark book reveals the simple yet surprising truth:?the stronger our relationships, the more likely we are to live happy, satisfying and overall healthier lives.<br /><br />Drawing on over 80 years of research and hundreds of life stories, programme directors Dr Robert Waldinger and Dr Marc Schulz bring together scientific precision, traditional wisdom, incredible real-life stories and actionable insights to show us how and why prioritising meaningful connection - not financial success or achievement - is the key to a good life.<br /><br /><b>Accessible, inspiring and deeply practical, <i>The Good Life</i> is the accessible and practical guide on how to nurture relationships, build emotional resilience and find lasting happiness. </b><br /><br />Praise for <i>The Good Life</i>: <br /><br />'In a crowded field of life advice and even life advice based on scientific research, <b>Schulz and Waldinger stand apart</b>' Angela Duckworth, bestselling author of <i>Grit </i><br /><br />'<b>An outstanding book.</b> It combines the longest and richest study of human lives anywhere with two remarkable authors of extraordinary breadth' Richard Layard, author of <i>Can We Be Happier? </i><br /><br />'<b>This is the book we've been waiting for</b>... It couldn't have come at a better time' Guy Raz, journalist and podcaster<br /><br />'<b>Offers unparalleled insight into our nature as people</b>' Peter Fonagy, Professor of Psychoanalysis and Developmental Science, UCL<br /><br />'Accessible, interesting and grounded in research - it is <b>bound to make a difference in the lives of millions</b>' Tal Ben-Sahar, author of <i>Happy</i> and co-founder of Happiness Studies Academy</p>

Paperback / softback | 352 pages | Published January 2025