Jackson Kerchis shares the central insight behind his new book after five years of studying happiness through research, teaching, and immersive experiences . Through a Zen story about a monk asked to carry a single grain of rice while exploring a temple, Kerchis illustrates a core tension in human happiness: how to pursue future goals without losing awareness of the beauty of the present moment.
Key Takeaways
- Intentional Action Cycle: Go from Knowing to Doing
- BPR Checklist: Increase your happiness by focusing on your biology, psychology and relationships.
- The Past–Present–Future Framework: Cultivate happiness IN your life (present), WITH your life (past), and FOR your life (future).
- Happiness at work: Learn to find work-life balance.
