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Tal Ben‑Shahar argues that the relentless pursuit of perfection—driven by personal and societal expectations—becomes the biggest obstacle to happiness. Drawing on cutting‑edge positive psychology research and his popular Harvard course, he explains how letting go of the need to be flawless opens the door to true satisfaction. Through self‑reflection exercises, guided meditations, and "Time‑Ins," readers learn to learn from failure and painful emotions, discovering what they truly want out of life and how to live it. The book offers a practical roadmap for turning imperfections into sources of growth and fulfillment.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Self-Help & Personal Development/Personal Growth
Authors: Tal Ben-Shahar
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