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The best within us brings together research on eudaimonic happiness—meaning, self‑realization, and authentic living—with insights from philosophy, self‑determination theory, and positive psychology. The essays examine how flourishing is achieved, its health consequences, and its universal and culturally diverse foundations, offering a comprehensive framework for pursuing a life of depth and purpose.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Psychology/General Psychology
Authors: Alan S. Waterman
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