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The Second Mountain: Exploring Meaningful Life in a Self-Centered World - David Brooks Book Talk

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Overview

Explore the insights of bestselling author David Brooks in this thought-provoking talk about his book "The Second Mountain." Delve into the four key commitments that define a meaningful life in a self-centered world: family, vocation, faith, and community. Discover how personal fulfillment is tied to these commitments and learn from examples of individuals who have embraced joyous, purposeful lives. Gain understanding of the Weave: The Social Fabric Project at the Aspen Institute, born from Brooks' journey across the United States, which aims to combat social isolation and division by fostering community connections and mutual support across differences.

Syllabus

Gildenhorn Book Talk with David Brooks

Taught by

The Aspen Institute

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