Daniel Gilbert
What’s inside
Daniel Gilbert’s ‘Stumbling on Happiness’ explores the nature of happiness and why people often have trouble finding it. Drawing from psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy, Gilbert examines the complexities of the human mind and its predictions about future happiness.
You’ll Learn
- Insights into why happiness is elusive
- Understanding how expectations shape our contentment
- Learning to better predict what will make us happy
- Recognizing the impact of cognitive biases on happiness
Key Points
- Misunderstanding what makes us happy
- Flaws in imagining our future
- The impact of societal norms on happiness
- How present feelings influence future choices
- The difficulty of recalling past happiness accurately
- Reconciling expectation with reality for contentment
Who’s it For
- Psychology enthusiasts
- Self-help readers
- Fans of behavioral science
- Anyone curious about happiness
About the author
Daniel Gilbert is a renowned Harvard psychologist known for his research on affective forecasting and happiness. He is a celebrated speaker and writer.