The Happiness Hypothesis

 

 

The Happiness Hypothesis

The most interesting idea in the book -from my point of view- is

Haidt description for the limbic brain as a wild elephant, with

 your neocortex being the rider, trying to control the elephant

He says that unhappiness comes from the rider and the elephant disagreeing, and Haidt uses this metaphor to show you what you can do to close the gap between the two

Haidt tells you also this tips

 Surround yourself with the people you love the most and live in accordance with the reciprocity

Do work that matters to you

 Find a partner who will stand by your side through sunshine and rain

 Allow yourself to be part of something greater

I would recommend this book to anyone who thinks that happiness is a difficult thing to achieve