The Other Side of Happiness

Discover a transformative perspective on joy and adversity with 'The Other Side of Happiness.' This enlightening book by renowned social psychologist Brock Bastian challenges the Western obsession with relentless positivity. It reveals that embracing hardship and sadness is not only essential but beneficial for true happiness. With a compelling blend of psychology and neuroscience, Bastian draws on groundbreaking research to illustrate how our most profound experiences often teeter on the edge of pleasure and pain. Whether it's the exhilaration of achieving a marathon goal, the tender moment of holding your newborn, or the thrill of adventure, these instances are enriched by our capacity to withstand difficulties. 'The Other Side of Happiness' is your guide to a fearless approach to life that recognizes the indispensable role of pain in fostering resilience and connection. This alluring paperback, published by Penguin UK, spans 208 pages of profound insights, making it a must-have read for anyone seeking depth in the pursuit of happiness. Embrace the reality that true joy encompasses a spectrum of feelings, and allow Bastian's wisdom to shape your understanding of what it means to live fully. FREE shipping available!

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141982106
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 208


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In Western culture, we have become addicted to positivity. We try to eradicate pain through medication and by insulating ourselves and our children from risk, even though we are the safest generation that ever lived. Yet in his research renowned social psychologist Brock Bastian has found that hardship and sadness are neither antithetical to pleasure nor incidental- they are a necessary ingredient for happiness.

Drawing on psychology, neuroscience and internationally acclaimed findings from Bastian's own lab, The Other Side of Happiness encourages us to take a more fearless approach to living that acknowledges the value of pain in our lives. As Bastian shows us, the most thrilling moments of our lives are usually balanced on a knife edge between pleasure and pain, whether it is finding your true love, holding your new-born for the first time, finishing a marathon or even taking a dip in an icy sea. This is because hardship quite literally increases our capacity for happiness, making us stronger, more resilient and more connected to those around us.

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