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Why Are We Happy? Why Aren't We Happy?

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Explore the fascinating science behind happiness in this thought-provoking TED talk by Dan Gilbert, author of "Stumbling on Happiness." Challenge conventional wisdom about the relationship between desires and contentment as Gilbert delves into the workings of our "psychological immune system." Discover how this internal mechanism allows us to experience genuine happiness, even when life doesn't unfold according to plan. Gain valuable insights into the nature of human satisfaction and learn why our preconceptions about happiness might be fundamentally flawed.

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Why are we happy? Why aren't we happy? | Dan Gilbert

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