Uncovering The Meaning of Your Life With Arthur Brooks

About this episode

Arthur Brooks joins Trey Gowdy to discuss the science-backed formula for a meaningful life and how to overcome modern distractions.

Arthur Brooks, New York Times best-selling author and Parker Gilbert Montgomery Professor at Harvard University, joins Trey to reveal the science-backed formula for a meaningful life from his new book, The Meaning of Your Life. In an era of loneliness and digital distraction, Arthur explains why our brains are "wired" for unhappiness and how to "detox" from the technology that’s stealing our joy. From the "left-brain" trap of social media to the four idols that never satisfy, he provides a practical six-month roadmap to reclaiming your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Trey Gowdy

Guest: Arthur Brooks

Topics covered

• meaning of life
• loneliness
• digital distraction
• social media
• happiness
• personal development

Keywords

• meaningful life
• happiness
• technology detox
• social media
• personal growth
• loneliness
• roadmap

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Harvard University, New York Times

Books & works: The Meaning of Your Life

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