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- Yes, free markets tend to produce unequal incomes. We should not be ashamed of that. On the contrary, our system is the envy of the world and should be a source of pride.
- Happiness isn't found in some finite checklist of goals that we can diligently complete and then coast. It's how we live our lives in the process. That's why the four pillars of happiness are faith, family, community and meaningful work.
- The key to happiness is not being rich; it's doing something arduous and creating something of value and then being able to reflect on the fruits of your labor.
- There is nothing inherently fair about equalizing incomes. If the government penalizes you for working harder than somebody else, that is unfair. If you save your money but retire with the same pension as a free-spending neighbor, that is also unfair.
Feb 15, 2022 · Drawing on social science, philosophy, biography, theology, and eastern wisdom, as well as dozens of interviews with everyday men and women, Brooks shows us that true life success is well within our reach.
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- “To see weakness as purely negative is a mistake. Weakness befalls us all, and in many ways. It has its discomforts to be sure and entails loss. But it is also an opportunity—to connect more deeply with others; to see the sacredness in suffering; even to find new areas of growth and success.
- “Your satisfaction is what you have, divided by what you want.” ― Arthur C. Brooks, From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life.
- “Satisfaction comes not from chasing bigger and bigger things, but paying attention to smaller and smaller things.” ― Arthur C. Brooks, From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life.
- “Get old sharing the things you believe are most important. Excellence is always its own reward, and this is how you can be most excellent as you age.”
By refocusing on certain priorities and habits that anyone can learn, such as deep wisdom, detachment from empty rewards, connection and service to others, and spiritual progress, we can set ourselves up for increased happiness. Read this book and you, too, can go from strength to strength.
Brooks speaks to readers directly, using “you,” which is perhaps an attempt to establish intimacy. He acknowledges the uphill battle of embracing a new path, advocating that high-achieving people go against almost all of their instincts to reach a valuable end result.
Mar 17, 2022 · In the first half of life, ambitious strivers embrace a simple formula for success in work and life: focus single-mindedly, work tirelessly, sacrifice personally, and climb the ladder...
Brooks argues that true success is a holistic concept that encompasses not just material success, but also emotional well-being, meaningful relationships, and a strong sense of character and integrity.
