This chapter will help you discover better what you truly value, what gives your life its meaning and purpose.
Why do we need meaning/purpose?
It does not take positive psychologists to tell us that a flourishing happy life is made up of more than just transitory good feelings, and doing what we like best. We cannot live only as ungoverned pleasure seekers. Much of what brings us the most joy can be things we struggle to achieve and choose to address for long-term rewards.
Remember that all experiences contain an irony in that we adapt very quickly: ‘the hedonic treadmill’. This speedy adaptation to our experiences has both good and bad consequences. ...
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