The Meaning of Your Life with Arthur C. Brooks
April 2, 2026
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as posted by the channelIt’s inevitable that at some point in our lives, we’ll look around and wonder, “Is this what I’m meant to do with my life? What does it mean to live a meaningful life—and why does it feel so hard?” That’s a question that social scientist, Free Press columnist, and Harvard professor Arthur C. Brooks aspired to Think Twice about. From behavioral science, philosophy, and personal experience, Brooks argues that while we’re still chasing pleasure and success, we’ve lost something deeper: meaning. From social media and AI to workaholism and virtual relationships, he makes the case that we’re trying to solve complex human problems with overly simplistic tools, and it’s backfiring. In this “Think Twice” episode, Brooks sits down with guest moderator and Open to Debate CEO Lia Matthow and discusses his new book, "The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness," the growing social crisis hiding in plain sight, researching happiness, and his roadmap for reclaiming a life that actually feels lived.
Our Guest: Arthur C. Brooks (@drarthurbrooks), New York Times Bestselling Author of "The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness"; Professor at Harvard University; Columnist at The Free Press
Lia Matthow, CEO of Open to Debate, is the guest moderator
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