The Minimalists speak with Harvard professor Arthur Brooks, author of Build the Life You Want, about the art and science of happiness. Discussed in this episode: Intro (00:00) How do I deal with the intense dissatisfaction I feel when I struggle to let go? (1:50) What role does worry play in our unhappiness? (17:12) What are the three main ingredients in happiness? (19:42) How do our reactions shape our happiness? (32:40) How does the weather affect our happiness? (36:17) What’s preventing you from being happy right now? (39:00) Listener tip: Would I repurchase this thing? (44:43) Detailed show notes: https://minimalists.com/podcast Free Minimalist Rulebook: https://minimalists.com/rulebook Recorded at Earthing Studios. FOLLOW THE MINIMALISTS Instagram: https://instagram.com/theminimalists TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@theminimalists X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/theminimalists Facebook: https://facebook.com/theminimalists YouTube: https://youtube.com/theminimalists Threads: https://threads.net/@theminimalists Apple Podcasts: https://applepodcasts.com/theminimalists Blog: https://theminimalists.com #TheMinimalists