Book Review: The Good Life

Gunjan Aggarwal
2 min readJun 29, 2023

The Good Life: Lessons from the World’s Longest Scientific Study of Happiness” is a book that shares insights from a very long research project about happiness. The study observed people’s lives over many years to understand what makes them truly happy. It explores various aspects of life, such as relationships, work, health, and personal fulfillment, and provides practical tips on how to live a happier and more fulfilling life. By reading this book, you can learn from the experiences of others and discover ways to bring more happiness into your own life.

Some of the thought-provoking questions asked in this book which are very relatable in work life are:

#Who are the people I most enjoy and value at work, and what is it about them that is valuable? Am I appreciating them?

#Who is different from me in some way and what can I learn from that person?

#If I’m having a conflict with another worker, what can I do to alleviate it?

#What kinds of connections am I missing at work that I might want more of?

#Do I really know my workmates? Is there someone I’d like to know better? How can I reach out to them?

Any question to add from your side?

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