Build the Life You Want

"Most people wish they were happy, and hope the world will deal them the hand that will make it so. They consider happiness to be a feeling that comes and goes, and consider the happiest people to be the lucky ones in life. All of this is wrong. Getting happier has nothing to do with wishing, feelings, and luck. It is within reach of every person willing to learn and put in the effort."--

Arthur C. Brooks is the William Henry Bloomberg Professor of the Practice of Public Leadership at Harvard Kennedy School and Professor of Management Practice at Harvard Business School, where he teaches courses on happiness and leadership. He is the creator of the popular “How to Build a Life” column at The Atlantic, an acclaimed public speaker, and the author of numerous bestselling books, including From Strength to Strength and Love Your Enemies. As a global media leader and communications pioneer, Oprah Winfrey has built unparalleled connections with people around the world. Through The Oprah Winfrey Show, she entertained, enlightened, and uplifted millions of viewers for twenty-five years. Her accomplishments as a philanthropist and her commitment to books, reading, and education have established her as one of the most respected and admired public figures today.