'Build the Life You Want': Part 1

Who wouldn't like to be even just a little bit happier? This episode kicks off our series on “Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier” by Arthur C. Brooks and the one and only Oprah Winfrey."... Happiness is not a destination. Happiness is a direction," the authors explain. And if you think targeting the things that make you unhappy will result in more happiness, you're wrong the authors say. “The common strategy of trying to eliminate suffering from life to get happier is futile and mistaken; we must instead look for the why of life to make pain an opportunity for growth.”Learn what can make you happier, according to Arthur and Oprah, in this episode. Purchase the book and read each section before listening to the show.Reading Schedule:The Nov. 9 episode covers Managing Your EmotionsThe Nov. 16 episode covers Building What MattersMore:Share your thoughts with us on Instagram @MostSelfImproved