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

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New York Times Bestseller.... What makes for a happy life, a fulfilling life? A good life? According to the directors of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest scientific study of happiness ever conducted, the answer to these questions may be closer than you realize. What makes a life fulfilling and meaningful? The simple but surprising answer relationships. The stronger our relationships, the more likely we are to live happy, satisfying, and overall healthier lives. In fact, the Harvard Study of Adult Development reveals that the strength of our connections with others can predict the health of both our bodies and our brains as we go through life.

352 pages, Mass Market Paperback

Published January 12, 2023

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March 20, 2026
Really great book that gives you a perspective on life. They cover various aspects of Harvard Study of Adult Development, giving insights into what aspects impact happiness and feelings of fulfillment.
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