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Author:

Brooks, Arthur C., 1964- author. 235440

Title:

Build the life you want : the art and science of getting happier / Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey.

Edition:

First large print edition

Publisher:

Random House Large Print,

Copyright Date:

2023

Description:

xxx, 311 pages (large print) ; 24 cm

Subject:

Happiness.
Change (Psychology)
Self-realization.
Large type books.
Large print books.
Self-help publications.

Other Authors:

Winfrey, Oprah, author. 26138

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 257-311).

Contents:

A note from Oprah -- A note from Arthur -- Introduction: Albina's secret -- Happiness is not the goal, and unhappiness is not the enemy -- Managing your emotions. A note from Oprah -- The power of metacognition -- Choose a better emotion -- Focus less on yourself -- Building what matters. A note from Oprah -- Build your imperfect family -- Friendship that is deeply real -- Work that is love made visible -- Find your amazing grace -- A note from Oprah -- Conclusion: Now, become the teacher.

Summary:

"Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey combine their decades of experience studying happiness from every angle to show readers how to improve their lives right now, instead of waiting for the outside world to change. They offer a research-based work plan that shows the reader how to manage their emotions so they no longer control their outlook and behavior; turn life's inevitable difficulties and challenges into opportunities for growth; strengthen their family ties by managing expectations and building trust; create and preserve deep and lasting friendships at any age; develop an approach to work that fits their life and brings satisfaction; and find inner peace with a spiritual practice" -- Provided by publisher.

ISBN:

0593792998
9780593792995

OCLC:

(OCoLC)1391694657

Locations:

FYPI314 -- Dubuque County Library - Asbury Branch (Asbury)

ZIPA815 -- Auburn Public Library (Auburn)

SAPG074 -- Cedar Falls Public Library (Cedar Falls)

TYPH572 -- Cedar Rapids Public Library (Cedar Rapids)

NYPE343 -- Charles City Public Library (Charles City)

YTPG232 -- Clinton Public Library (Clinton)

CDPF771 -- Clive Public Library (Clive)

BAPH771 -- Des Moines Public Library (Des Moines)

CAPH522 -- Iowa City Public Library (Iowa City)

GDPF771 -- Urbandale Public Library (Urbandale)

BJPD251 -- Waukee Public Library (Waukee)