Oliver Burkeman
What’s inside
The Antidote explores the downside of positive thinking and offers an alternative philosophical approach to happiness based on acceptance and realism.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the limitations of positive thinking
- Learning to accept and find comfort in uncertainty
- Gaining insight into alternative happiness philosophies
- Exploring the benefits of stoicism and mindfulness
Key Points
- The Trouble with Positive Thinking
- Embracing Uncertainty
- The Stoic Philosophy of Negative Visualization
- The Museum of Failure
- Meditation and the Benefits of Mindfulness
- The Cult of Optimism
- The Happiness of Acceptance
Who’s it For
- Skeptics of positive thinking
- Readers interested in psychology
- Individuals seeking alternative happiness strategies
- Philosophy enthusiasts
About the author
Oliver Burkeman is a journalist and author known for his writings on psychology, happiness, and the human condition.