Published Mar 16, 2023

The Secrets to The Good Life: Insights from Harvard's 80-Year Study | Robert Waldinger

Explore the keys to a fulfilling life as Robert Waldinger reveals findings from Harvard's landmark 80-year study on happiness, emphasizing deep social connections, the power of simplicity through Zen and meditation, and how these insights shape our understanding of true contentment across generations.

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Social Connections
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Happiness and Longevity
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Zen and Meditation
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The Secrets to The Good Life: Insights from Harvard's 80-Year Study | Robert Waldinger

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The Difference Between Well Being and Happiness

Earn Free Food

Cultivating Relationships

The Good Life

Finding Happiness Alone

The Power of Social Connection

Zen Traditions

Generational Differences

Nurturing Relationships

The Power of Longevity

Memory and Aging

The Power of Close Friendships

The Power of Coons

It's Never Too Late

Episode Highlights

Social Connections

Happiness and Longevity

Zen and Meditation

The Secrets to The Good Life: Insights from Harvard's 80-Year Study | Robert Waldinger

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Social Connections

Happiness and LongevityRobert Waldinger, who leads Harvard's 85-year study on happiness, shares insights into what truly contributes to a fulfilling life. He discusses the importance of relationships and the study's unique longevity, offering a comprehensive look at happiness across generations.

Happiness and Longevity

Zen and MeditationRobert Waldinger shares insights into Zen philosophy and meditation practices, highlighting their impact on happiness and well-being. He contrasts Zen's focus on simplicity and presence with other meditation styles, emphasizing the natural emergence of compassion.

Zen and Meditation