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In The Happiness Project, author Gretchen Rubin chronicles a year of intentional experiments designed to boost her own sense of wellbeing. Drawing on advice from philosophers such as Epicurus and Thoreau, modern psychologists like Martin Seligman, and cultural icons like Oprah and the Dalai Lama, she tests a series of monthly resolutions—ranging from practicing gratitude and asking for help to embracing novelty and limiting self‑treatments—to assess what truly contributes to lasting happiness. Rubin’s narrative, infused with humor and insight, reveals surprises such as the role of wise spending, the power of small changes, and the nuanced impact of venting emotions, offering readers a pragmatic framework to launch their own pursuit of joy.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Self-Help & Personal Development/Personal Growth
Authors: Gretchen Craft Rubin
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