Meaning in Life Questionnaire

Are you a Hopeful Wanderer, a Relentless Seeker, Happy at Home, or Lost in Place? This survey assesses the extent to which you are searching for, and have presence of, meaning in your life.

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Love Your Enemies

How Decent People can Save America from the Culture of Contempt

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Build the Life You Want (with Oprah Winfrey) and From Strength to Strength, the definitive account of how the modern world makes meaning so hard to find—and a plan to discover your life’s deepest purpose. Pre-order now and receive Arthur's Meaning Bundle for free PLUS VIP Access to his Virtual Book Launch Event.

“Arthur Brooks shows you it’s possible to build a life that really does get better with age”

Simon Sinek

New York Times Bestselling Author

Love Your Enemies is a handbook for a new generation of leaders who want to bring America together—and anyone seeking to be more effective in a fractious political environment.”

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Chairman and CEO of Revolution

“Arthur Brooks offers the practical prescription in Love Your Enemies that could lead to a more peaceful, just, sustainable, and healthier world.”

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Author, The Healing Self

“In Love Your Enemies, Arthur Brooks reminds us that we can disagree without being disagreeable, and that everyday citizens have the power to bring our country back together.”

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former Senior Advisor to President Obama

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A quick-start guide to building a more joyful life. Being happy isn't just about getting the details right. Here are some truths that transcend circumstance and time.

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“As I'm traveling the world, people often ask what I'm reading. I’ve compiled a list of the books that have been impactful to me and think would be the same for you.”

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About the Book

“What is the meaning of my life?” is not an unanswerable question, but rather the start of a pilgrimage into unexplored corners of your consciousness.

The Meaning of Your Life is your handbook for this journey.

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What’s inside The Happiness Files?

Building on his popular Harvard Business School course Leadership and Happiness, Brooks begins each essay with sharp observations and behavioral science research that shed light on how happiness really works, then offers experiential wisdom and practical advice. Beautifully written, the essays range from ancient philosophy to literature, pop culture, and the contemporary world of work. They explore topics and challenges such as “Procrastinate This, Not That,” “Why Success Can Feel So Bitter,” and “Five Pillars of a Good Life.”

Readers will find the chapters of the book grouped by theme: 
  • On Managing Yourself
  • On Jobs, Money, and Building Your Career
  • On Communicating and Connecting with Others
  • On Balancing Work, Life, and Relationships
  • On How You Define Success

The Happiness Files Keynotes and Executive Workshops

Apply the lessons of The Happiness Files at your organization to increase revenues, optimize workplace engagement, and increase retention and productivity. Arthur and his team are available for in person keynotes and workshops to complement and reinforce the concepts in The Happiness Files. Topics are aligned with the sections of the book, and can be done as single keynotes, workshops of various lengths, or a combination of the two. Reach out today to learn more about how to customize a program for your team.

Align your Brand with The Happiness Files

A variety of customization options are available through Harvard Business Review Press to transform a thoughtful gift into a lasting symbol of your commitment to creating a happier world.

Available in hardcover, paperback, and e-books for:

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  • Gifts to reward and thank your best customers and employees
  • Client or employee book clubs
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  • Onboarding new employees
  • Talent and skill development
  • Workshops, classes, and retreats

For more information about custom editions and/or bulk orders of The Happiness Files, please contact Lindsey Dietrich at lindsey.dietrich@hbr.org or (617) 783-7571.

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Pricing is competitive and depends on the title chosen, customizations selected, and quantity ordered.

About Arthur Brooks

Arthur Brooks is the Parker Gilbert Montgomery Professor of the Practice of Public and Nonprofit Leadership at the Harvard Kennedy School, and Professor of Management Practice at the Harvard Business School, where he teaches courses on leadership and happiness. He is also a columnist at The Free Press, where he writes a column called the “Pursuit of Happiness.”

Brooks is the author of 15 books, including the 2023 #1 New York Times bestseller Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier with co-author Oprah Winfrey,  and the 2022 #1 New York Times bestseller From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life. He speaks to audiences all around the world about human happiness and works to raise well-being within private companies, universities, public agencies, and community organizations.

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