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Apr 2024
12m 15s

#137: The Happiness Problem

Arnold's Pump Club
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You might have seen headlines that the United States is no longer one of the top 20 happiest countries in the world. Last year, the United States was 15th; this year, it came in at twenty-third in the world. That's a significant drop, but it signals something bigger.

In this episode, Arnold explores why he thinks happiness is declining and what can be done to bring more joy to life.


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