Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey Books
Arthur C. Brooks is a Harvard professor, social scientist, and bestselling author known for his work on happiness and leadership.
Known for: Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier
Books by Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey
Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier
In this empowering guide, social scientist Arthur C. Brooks and media icon Oprah Winfrey combine insights from psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy to help readers cultivate lasting happiness. Drawing on research and personal experience, they outline practical steps to manage emotions, strengthen relationships, and find purpose, offering a science-based roadmap to a more fulfilling life.
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Understanding Emotions
Every person walking the earth is governed by emotions that fluctuate like tides. Yet most people never take time to understand what emotions truly are. In my research and conversations with people from every walk of life, I’ve come to see that emotional self-awareness is the cornerstone of happines...
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Managing Negative Emotions
Pain is not a moral failure. It’s part of the fabric of being alive. But suffering—lingering in pain beyond its biological or psychological purpose—is something we can reduce. This is where modern science gives us tremendous help. Arthur Brooks explains that our brains are wired not only to feel neg...
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About Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey
Arthur C. Brooks is a Harvard professor, social scientist, and bestselling author known for his work on happiness and leadership. Oprah Winfrey is a global media leader, philanthropist, and author, celebrated for her influence on personal growth and empowerment.
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