Dr. Arthur Brooks On Success, Happiness & Deep Purpose | Rich Roll Podcast

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00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:35 - Spiritual Practice in India, Dalai Lama, Love & Metacognition
00:08:09 - Arthur's Background Primer on Searching for Happiness
00:15:13 - How Anticipation for a "Reward" Relates to Addiction
00:17:46 - The Satisfaction Paradox & The Fluid Intelligence Curve
00:20:31 - Being on the Declining Side of the Fluid Intelligence Curve
00:24:49 - Examples of Charles Darwin, Gregor Mendel & J.S. Bach
00:30:38 - AD BREAK
00:32:30 - The Transition Between Fluid and Crystallized Intelligences
00:36:42 - Rich & Arthur Confront Their Current Pursuits
00:45:32 - It All Has to Do with Love
00:48:38 - We Tend to Over-index on Work and Don't Invest in Faith, Family & Friends
00:56:10 - AD BREAK
00:57:45 - How to Define Happiness - Satisfaction, Enjoyment, Meaning + Purpose
01:04:10 - Happiness in Three Steps - Do the Work, Practice It, and Share It
01:06:19 - Lack of Age Diversity in the Work Force
01:10:21 - How Receptive are Arthur's Students to His Teachings
01:12:38 - What Is Your Death Fear?
01:19:02 - Satisfaction = Have / Want
01:20:43 - What Is Your Idol?
01:26:19 - The Importance of Forming a Transcendental Walk
01:33:23 - Giving & Generosity
01:37:12 - Advice for Wanting Less
01:41:46 - Giving Away Parts of Your Identity
01:49:07 - The Practice of Discernment
01:58:13 - Closing Remarks

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[MissAmberlee]

For all the flaws of the internet and how it can be a wasteland of nothingness, the fact that I'm able to find content like this, listening to it on a Sunday afternoon while doing laundry and making dinner for my kids, makes me immensely grateful for technology. Having just turned 40 and having spent the last 10 years re-raising myself because my childhood didn't teach me the necessary things to be an adult. Having access to content that empowers and explains how to grow, is beyond measure. Namaste

[rainguynw]

Seek peace. Happiness will then come to you on its own.

This guy is talking to the 20%. Not the 1% (thank god) but not to the masses. And that is okay as long as it is acknowledged and authentic.

As I age, I find myself increasingly disturbed by the public "angst" of wealthy professionals and the ever-increasing bandwidth devoted to the latest "navel gazing hack." I had a rewarding career that I gave up gracefully when the time came. I now seek to further develop compassion and wisdom. I am overwhelmed with a sense of gratitude and astonishment at my luck in life. So much of the world is seeking basic human needs--food, clean water, housing. And I'm supposed to worry and work on finding new ways to be "fulfilled?" On his next trip to India, Mr. Brooks should avoid the "Indian billionaires" and gurus and spend some time with the poor--the lepers, the marginalized. Talk to them about fluid and crystalized intelligence.

[ricvanwinkle]

Financial freedom was a big part of my happiness. I came from nothing and made it all on my own. Self education is a must and having gratitude for what you have is critical. I never look at the other guy and focus on myself. Great show fellas

[toomylight]

Happiness to me is fleeting moment that comes and goes . Contentment is the better word for me . better state of mind .

[m-]

In respect of the Men's Shed Clubs, this is a voluntary organisation in Ireland in recognition of the fact that there are few social opportunities for men in contrast with so many social groups available to women. Men's shed groups have proven to be a life-changing experience for so many men who are coping with the isolation and loneliness experienced during retirement, widowhood or having little or no social, family connection in life. Few have wives who 'drop them off'. Through this group men find connection, a sense of community and purpose, perhaps develop a new skill or rekindle a past hobbie, all experienced in a fun environment with the cup of tea and a biscuit and a lot of Irish banter, laughter and

[mrelixirgalactic]

Coming alive to myself is my current stage! 💪🏽💯🙏🏽 I’m making sure to live, not just be alive!

[Razainthewoods]

Service is such an energy giving experience! I’m 55 and spending my free time serving others and it is so liberating. You get to know yourself better when you serve others.

[DrProgNerd]

The reverse-bucket-list really struck a chord with me. A few years ago I started to look at the world through a minimalist-lens. I found that in contemplating the value of physical things - to see if they should have a place in my life - I started to consider the value of all things in my life: habits, opinions, pet-peaves. I forced myself to consider what it would take to make me happy - and of course you can't know what road to take until you know where you are going - which forced me to consider what happiness looked like to me. The simple mental-exercise of decluttering is leading me to a place of peace. The more I rid myself of things of less value, the more I value the things that remain. I still have a massive amount of 'work' to do - but I am so grateful for my life - and the people and things in it. I'm especially appreciative of this interview. Thank you both for this.

[fars]

Happiness is the byproduct of doing enjoyable and challenging activities. There is no direct way to be happy... I gave up looking TO BE happy long time ago. I became the happiness it self.

[lisalowrey]

Only about half way through the pod cast. The idea about reframing the second half of your life is compelling. However, as a woman in this same age group who has been caretaking a home, animals, children and family for decades, I actually want some time to withdraw from the things you are urging men to connect with again, and be alone. High powered careers are not the only path to burnout.

[jayr]

This is one of those podcasts that you have to listen to multiple times to have a better grasp and appreciate the little lightbulb moments in the conversation ❤️❤️❤️

[hissyfitz]

I’m giggling to myself as I listen to this & think of how absurd MOST of it is for me at 70. It’s like the paper he wrote on mathematics that he can’t understand anymore. Life has its own stages of understanding & acceptance. The pandemic was a gift to me in that it allowed unfulfilling relationships to pass gently & allowed rest, reflection, quietude. Methinks the type A’s have a difficult time recognizing that we are human BEINGS not human doings.

He has a great sounding voice, an articulate vocabulary & ‘likes’ being called out 🤭 but I gotta give props to his wife. 😉

[joannerossi]

Wow. Earth shattering. I’m buying this book. I peaked early. Lawyer w/ a big Manhattan firm at 24. CEO. But I’m not happy. I thought it was all over. But to hear I can pivot and there may be a part 2 for me at 52. Finally a light. Thank you.

[robinharris]

Pain and struggle help you evolve. Just like working out makes you stronger, pain and struggle make you mentally stronger and let you know what you are capable of over comming.

[nsterling]

This is an absolute gem of an episode. Im 33 and feeling so lost. I had a TBI in 2019 that was a direct result of my using, but Im remain clean and sober since..had that moment of clarity. I need to do something drastically different with my life starting asap. Been a long road but Im still on for the ride. Ive been finding alot of comfort in some of the writings of Thomas Merton. New seeds of Contemplation especially. Fan of the show and the encouragement I get from it is priceless.

[farhadmahmud]

Dr. Brooks is such a good speaker! Rich Roll is such an excellent conversationalist!
Great podcast, as always.

[carolineseguin-rovt]

Such an amazing man. I could listen to him for hours and hours. I'm happy that he is now a teacher. What is funny is the way that he often sits, with his right arm back and his right hand on the back of his chair..

[stinaljungstrom]

I always loved close friendships, reflecting and deep thinking, having fun and being creative. Those things and friends, family and travelling makes me happy. When I was younger I loved trying out new creativie things, courses and different jobs; especially creative ones. It's like exploring those areas. After a while I wanted to try something new. I felt very curious and loved learning new skills. I loved my last work because I never got bored with it. It was very creative in so many different areas at the same time. After about ten years there I could not work more, because of an autoimmune illnes that got to bad. That was the first time ever I stayed that long at the same company. It was because it was very creative, new things to soulve and challenging in some aspects, all at the same time. I felt a bit excited all the time. I am not sure that people just get tired in the 40s as mentioned in the video. I think that many who didn't reflect about life and the meaning of it, they do in a certain age. I thinkt they feel every dsy is the same after working many years at the same job. They often have more time to think about what they want when the kods aren't babies anymore. They also see that people they know die; maybe a friend or the parents. It makes you think about your own life, if you didn't do it before. Did you do the things you dreamed of? Sometimes you need to slow down to truly feel, be midful, reflect and and find out what you want. During hectic years you more or less just try to mangage it all. It is time to get to know yourself if you haven't already. ❤️

[soultrekotc]

Having just turned 61 I am so happy to listen to podcasts address my time in life. Rich never disappoints. First time exposed to Dr. Brooks and his previous guest on modern elder.

[gabrielapirvu]

I love Rich's honest answer regarding his idol, money is a necessity and a tool to provide your family a better life.