Gilbert, Daniel
Stumbling on Happiness
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007183135
- author:
- Gilbert, Daniel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harper Perennial
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 19.56 x 12.7 x 2.29 centimetres
- Genre:
- Popular psychology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
How do we make ourselves happy? Despite our desire to improve tomorrow at the expense of today, many of us struggle to predict what will bring us joy in the future. In 'Stumbling on Happiness', psychologist Daniel Gilbert explores how our brains imagine their futures and how well they get it right.
Gilbert reveals some surprising insights into human motivation, including why we often order different meals when dining with others, or why shoppers tend to be happier when they can't get refunds. He also examines the complex relationship between happiness and parenthood, asking why couples may become less satisfied after having children despite expecting them to bring joy.
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