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The differences between happiness and meaning in life

9 mins | Nov 1, 2021
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Can we find a sweet spot and lead a life well lived? Most positive psychology suggests that happiness and meaning are strongly correlated with each other, and often feed off each other. But, Scott Barry Kaufman, reveals that there can be substantial trade-offs between seeking happiness and seeking meaning in life.

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