Your Instincts Know What You Want with Author Arthur Brooks | A Bit of Optimism Podcast

Podcast briefing

Arthur Brooks discusses the neuroscience of happiness, the importance of meaning in life, and his personal journey of career reinvention from a classical musician to a behavioral scientist.

In this episode, Arthur Brooks explores the relationship between device usage and happiness, emphasizing that while enjoyment and satisfaction remain stable among younger people, the sense of meaning has declined. He shares insights from his own career transitions and teaches that true reinvention involves more than just reapplying existing skills.