Lovely book of reflections by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor 161 to 180 AD. Contains his thoughts about life as a number of separate points. You will see these points widely quoted in other books and films. Words of wisdom that have certainly lasted a long time!
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The Science of Happiness by David J. Lieberman
Defining Happiness Happiness is defined as meaningful progress toward a desired objective. It is largely influenced by your perspective and how you choose to view