Topic
Coherence
Discover key takeaways from 3 podcast episodes about this topic.
Meaning of LifeHappinessMental Health Crisis
Apr 4, 2026A New Crisis Has Begun, & We’re Running Out of Time | Arthur Brooks
Arthur Brooks explains how a societal shift towards digital 'simulation' and away from real-life human connection has led to a crisis of meaninglessness, driving up rates of depression and anxiety, especially among younger generations.
Meaning of lifeHappinessPurpose
Mar 10, 2026HAPPINESS PROFESSOR: How to Discover the Meaning of Your Life with Oprah and Arthur C. Brooks
Arthur Brooks, the Harvard Happiness Professor, reveals how to combat the modern 'age of emptiness' by defining and actively pursuing life's true meaning through coherence, purpose, and significance.
HappinessMeaning in LifeAttention Economy
Jan 1, 2026Don’t Be Fooled, This Isn’t Normal. It’s the Beginning of a New Crisis | Arthur Brooks
Arthur Brooks explains how the attention economy and excessive online engagement are rewiring our brains, leading to a decline in happiness and meaning, and offers practical strategies to reclaim a fulfilling life by prioritizing 'old ways' of living.