Office Hours with Arthur Brooks
Arthur BrooksHi Friends, I’m Arthur Brooks, a social scientist, professor at the Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School, columnist at The Free Press. I write, speak, and teach about the science of human happiness, blending neuroscience, behavioral science, philosophy, and religion for insights on how to live better and be happier. Each week on Office Hours, you’ll get a glimpse into the cutting edg... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 45 | Founded | 9 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Mental HealthHealth & Fitness | |||
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We spend much of our lives building our careers. We chase success, recognition, and expansive networks—yet despite all of it, many of us still experience a quiet, persistent loneliness.
In this episode of Office Hours, I turn to Aristotle and his wo... more
Sometimes, the most insidious thing someone can tell you to make you feel better is the age-old phrase, “but you’re perfect!” While research suggests this may ease emotional pain temporarily, it might actually be holding you back from growth and, con... more
Want to miss (or forget) life’s sweetest moments? Easy: don’t savor anything. My late mother, an artist, knew this was a terrible strategy for happiness. Through her art, she was an expert at savoring—and the first to teach me its benefits.
In this ... more
Grief is part of the human experience. If you love, you will lose. And when you do, the pain is inescapable. It can be disorienting, overwhelming, and in the case of acute grief, the symptoms can even resemble something like psychosis.
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Apple Podcasts5M.Kozachuk
Ukraine7 days ago - Too much religion
I started following after I heard Arthur Brooks on Trevor Noah’s podcast, but after a few episodes, I’m just not into it. Way too much religion way too much schilling for his book and his paid questionnaires and not enough science. Kind of think he might be a little bit of a grifter.
Apple Podcasts2Indyannie37
United States8 days ago - Top notch
The best in its category. He’s the best at what he does.
Apple Podcasts5WeertyuioplkjhggfsUnited States13 days ago - The happiness scale
I recently took the survey for the happiness scale. I could not find a place to leave a review for this so I’m doing it here. This was a waste of my $15 and a half hour of my life. I was excited to take this based off of some of Arthur’s other work, but was extremely disappointed with the survey. I won’t bore you with all the details. I just wanted to make others aware. I have a fairly decent background in this area and was disappointed with the report.
Apple Podcasts1Disappointed long time readerUnited Statesa month ago - Thank you
Life changing experience. Comforting to know there are other Happiness Ambassadors out there trying to make a difference. Cannot wait to learn more so I can continue to leverage the science!
Apple Podcasts5Kevin GorskiUnited Statesa month ago
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The show explores the science of happiness through neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and sometimes faith, offering practical steps listeners can apply to daily life. Episodes cover topics like imperfection, savoring, grief, meaning, nature, leisure, and building a purposeful life, often blending research with personal anecdotes and actionable frameworks. Noteworthy are guest conversations, a balance of science-backed guidance and spiritual perspectives, and a sustained emphasis on turning insights into concrete habits for personal and relational growth.
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2. Codie Sanchez
3. James Patterson
4. Ryan Holiday
5. Steven Pinker
6. Rainn Wilson
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