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The Happiness Advantage

The Seven Principles of Positive Psychology that Fuel Success and Performance at Work

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Most people want to be successful in life. And of course, everyone wants to be happy. When it comes to the pursuit of success and happiness, most people assume the same formula: if you work hard, you will become successful, and once you become successful, then you'll be happy. The only problem is that a decade of cutting-edge research in the field of positive psychology has proven that this formula is backwards. Success does not beget happiness.

Based on the largest study ever conducted on happiness and human potential (a survey conducted by the author of more than 1,600 students), Harvard lecturer Shawn Achor shares seven core principles of positive psychology that each one of us can use to improve our performance, grow our careers, and gain a competitive edge at work. He reveals how happiness actually fuels success and performance, not the other way around. Why? Because when we are happier and more positive we are more engaged, creative, resilient to stress, and productive. The Happiness Advantage will appeal to anyone who wants practical advice on how to become happier and also more successful.

©2023 Shawn Achor (P)2023 Penguin Audio

 Emotions Personal Development Personal Success Self-Esteem Stress Management Happiness Career Success Mental Health Health

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Achor transports us to his virtual classroom, a journey along which we glean the seven secrets of happiness. "The Happiness Advantage "reveals the most important discoveries coming out of modern psychology. (Rom Brafman, bestselling co-author of "Sway" and "Click")
Shawn Achor is funny, self-deprecating, and devastating to my notions of what his field is all about.... I'm butter to his knife.
Achor bases his training on a burgeoning body of research on the positive psychology movement, which emphasizes instilling resiliency and positive attitudes....
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Amazing book. Many real life anecdotes and examples from scientific research. Also great storytelling voice by the author. Would definitely recommend!

Loved every second

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With principles laid out to use to find your happiness advantages, or just some small actions to make you feel and be better, there is something for everyone.

Learnings for all of us to use everyday

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Nothing ground breaking as it leans on other expert’s ideas and research but a great compendium, easy to listen to due to clear narration.

If you’ve read other books such as Mindset by Dweck then you will be already familiar with the concepts.

Good distillation of psychological research

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Omg this book taught me so much with all the lessons and the teachings! Definitely recommend this to people that are trying to have a posotive mindset, self improve themselves and more.

Eye opener

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This is not your usual ‘Happiness and Positivity’ book which generally push unsubstantiated nonsense. The information in this book has been well researched and supported by numerous studies and the like. As such, I found same to be applicable in my daily life and beneficial in many respects. In my opinion, the only negative was that there was no ‘summary’ ending each chapter; as this would have been helpful for reviewing the main points/information quickly and easily at a later stage if necessary. Overall an excellent book and highly recommend!

Well researched and therefore workable strategies for overall happiness and positivity

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