Flourish
A Visionary New Understanding of Happiness and Well-being
Number of pages: 368
Publisher: Atria Books
BBB Library: Psychology and Strengths, Personal Success
ISBN: 9781439190760
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Flourish builds on Dr. Seligman’s game-changing work on optimism, motivation, and character to show how to get the most out of life, unveiling an electrifying new theory of what makes a good life—for individuals, for communities, and for nations. In a fascinating evolution of thought and practice, Flourish refines what Positive Psychology is all about. While certainly a part of well-being, happiness alone doesn’t give life meaning.
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