Solve for Happy
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In the tradition of The Power of Now and The Art of Happiness and written by Mo Gawdat, Chief Business Officer at Google [X], this is the first-ever attempt to present the equation for being happy - not just intermittently but as a default state of being. Solve for Happy is a startlingly original book about creating and maintaining happiness, written by a top Google executive with an engineer's training and fondness for thoroughly analysing a problem. In 2001, Mo Gawdat, a remarkable thinker whose gifts had landed him top positions in half a dozen companies and who - in his spare time - had created significant wealth, realized that he was desperately unhappy. A lifelong learner, he attacked the problem as an engineer would, examining all the provable facts and scrupulously following logic. When he was finished, he had discovered the equation for enduring happiness. Ten years later, that research saved him from despair when his college-aged son, Ali - also intellectually gifted - died during routine surgery. In dealing with the loss, Mo found his mission: he would pull off the type of 'moon-shot' that he and his Google [X] colleagues were always aiming for: he would help ten million people become happier by pouring his happiness principles into a book and spreading its message around the world. One of Solve for Happy' s key premises is that happiness is a default state. If we shape expectations to acknowledge the full range of possible events, unhappiness is on its way to being defeated. To steer clear of unhappiness traps, we must dispel the six illusions that cloud our thinking (e.g., the illusion of time, of control and of fear), overcome the brain's seven deadly defects (e.g., the tendency to exaggerate, label and filter) and embrace five ultimate truths (e.g., change is real, now is real, unconditional love is real). By means of several highly original thought experiments, Mo helps readers find enduring contentment by questioning some of the most fundamental aspects of their existence. Review: A must read - Excellent book, especially when grieving. Review: Read it, dont take my word for it - I would have given this a 10 star if I could. The concepts Mo has explained here are so rationally put together, they are indisputable. It will be a challenge for any analytical and logical person to disprove what he has said, and certainly, people are most welcome to dig into scientific research. The theory of evolution - mind boggling and humorous examples of probability, step by step analytical breakdown and construction of thoughts, ideas, events, suffering. Coming from an engineering background myself, this was exactly the kind of book I was looking for to find peace for all the conflicting questions I had in my mind about evolution vs existence, chance vs creation, happines vs choice for suffering
| Best Sellers Rank | #19,911 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #83 in Emotional Self Help #129 in Self-Esteem (Books) #209 in Self-Help for Happiness |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 3,546 Reviews |
R**A
A must read
Excellent book, especially when grieving.
K**A
Read it, dont take my word for it
I would have given this a 10 star if I could. The concepts Mo has explained here are so rationally put together, they are indisputable. It will be a challenge for any analytical and logical person to disprove what he has said, and certainly, people are most welcome to dig into scientific research. The theory of evolution - mind boggling and humorous examples of probability, step by step analytical breakdown and construction of thoughts, ideas, events, suffering. Coming from an engineering background myself, this was exactly the kind of book I was looking for to find peace for all the conflicting questions I had in my mind about evolution vs existence, chance vs creation, happines vs choice for suffering
M**N
Mo gadwat excellent person
An excellent book if you have no idea why your life is confusing, and filled with sorrow. You will know how to tackle difficulties and every negative situation in your life. The only thing is this book seller didn't give me page marker. Book quality is satisfactory.
M**I
Equation to be happy our default settings
It's really felt happy to know the illusion and other concepts upon applying this concept we definitely experience a peace of mind and feel happy.
K**R
Life changing.. Brilliant.
I like the science based approach taken by Mo. Mo provides reason for everything he states in the book. This is the ultimate truth. As is the case with truth, anyone who explores seriously and with an open mind, will arrive at the same conclusion.
T**K
Read it and review it
Nice
V**H
A must have book for those confused in their quest of happiness
Written by an Engineer at the helm of a dream career. The book is narrative yet objective and simple to understand. Mo Gawadt, has summarized tools of happiness for the readers. You don’t need put any effort to read really complex books to understand the intricacies of happiness, just as simple happiness itself is. Book to be read and practiced. Phenomenal
M**U
One book for all the problems
Loved this book because it is one self-help book that covers most topics extensively and practically. This book helped me mould my character. I liked how author helps us dissociate with our thought and stay happy despite worst situatiins in life! I must read for all those who are stressed in todays corporate world.
L**L
GREAT book
This is one of those books that you want to journal while you read it, because it has so many "take home points". Very easy to read, and potentially life changing. Credible author with a touching story and useful suggestions.
P**3
The best happiness book I've ever read
Reading this book led to many action items and changes in my life, which made me significantly happier, or rather joyful/content/fulfilled. For example, it helped me to unbuild my illusion of control, based on many fears I have such as not achieving. I came across this book randomly and read it early this year. I've since recommended it to several people and everyone appreciated it a lot. What makes this book different from the thousands of pseudo-happiness books is that it's written by a former executive of Google. He applied an engineering mindset to happiness, resulting in a system that relates a lot to me. Perhaps it will relate to you too.
A**R
Didn’t like it at all
The book is moving towards statistical way !
O**D
Great, easy to read and understand book
I rate this book with five starts as finally I've come across one that's easy to relate to. It doesn't have this psychological perspective, but much more practical one. For sure many of things discussed in the book can be argued, but it's all about highlighting things that work for one self. In case of this book, I've highlighted more than expected and much more than in other cases.
I**J
inspirational! A must read
The world would be a much better place if everyone was to read this book. You can’t drag someone to Happiness… but this book is a very good guide.
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