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Apr 2024
1h 14m

How to Build the Life You Want: Timeless...

Mel Robbins
About this episode

Do you want to be happier every day and live a more meaningful life? 

In this episode, you’re getting the research, the secrets, and some very surprising takeaways from the #1 happiness expert, Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar. 

He has taught 2 of the most popular courses in Harvard’s history, and today you are getting a front row seat in one of his lectures. 

Grab a pen and paper, because class is in session. 

He is here to share all of the groundbreaking research and give you the answers to: 

- What you have wrong about happiness 

- The science-based tools for increasing happiness 

- 5 simple habits for a successful, happy life 

This episode will give you the secret to creating happiness in your life again, with zero weird tricks. 

For more resources, including the link to Dr. Ben-Shahar’s book, Happier, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked this research-packed episode, here’s one you should listen to next: What Makes a Good Life? Lessons From the Longest Study on Happiness.

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