The Meaning of Your Life - Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness

From the #1 Meaning in life is getting harder to find--and there’s a reason for that. In Fortunately, there''s hope. With compassion, clarity, and practicality, Brooks tells you exactly what you need to do to move toward meaning. You''ll take a test to determine where you are on your meaning journey, learn evidence-based tactics for rewiring your brain for complex and abstract concepts, and discover a vocabulary for your desires. Most importantly, Brooks will show you “What is the meaning of my life?” is not an unanswerable question, but the road to an answer--or answers--is a long one.

About the author

Arthur C. Brooks is a professor at Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School, where he teaches courses on happiness and leadership. He is the creator of the popular “How to Build a Life” column at The Atlantic, an acclaimed public speaker, and the author of numerous bestselling books, including Build the Life You Want (co-authored with Oprah Winfrey), From Strength to Strength, and Love Your Enemies.

Product details

• Authors: Arthur C Brooks, Arthur C. Brooks, Brooks Arthur C.
• Publisher: Portfolio
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 31.03.2026
• EAN: 9798217183586
• ISBN: 9798217183586
• No. of pages: 272
• Dimensions: 140 mm x 210 mm x 17 mm
• Subjects: Guides > Self-help, everyday life > Lifestyle, personal development; SELF-HELP / Personal Growth / Happiness, PSYCHOLOGY / Developmental / Adulthood & Aging, Self-help & personal development, positive psychology, Psychology of ageing, Child & developmental psychology, Child, developmental and lifespan psychology, Psychological theory & schools of thought, Age groups: adults, Self-help, personal development and practical advice, PSYCHOLOGY / Positive Psychology