Why Life Gets Better After 50 with Jonathan RauchWhy Life Gets Better After 50 with Jonathan Rauch
Mental Health News Radio
Jonathan Rauch, author of The Happiness Curve; Why Life Gets Better After 50... Why does happiness get harder in your 40s? Why do you feel in a slump when you're successful? Where does this malaise come from? And, most importantly,...
30:45•16 Apr 2019
Jonathan Rauch on Finding Joy After 50: The Science Behind the Happiness Curve
“As you age from Early 20s to midlife, it gets harder to be happy and there's a long sort of low point in The 40s, Early 50s, and then the forces turn around again and it gets easier and easier and easier to be happy, and there's lots of different ideas for why that may be happening, but it's totally normal.”
Why does life seem to get better after 50? In this episode of 'Mental Health News Radio', Jonathan Rauch, the acclaimed author of 'The Happiness Curve', tackles this intriguing question. Rauch delves into the reasons behind the 'U-shaped' trajectory of happiness that many experience, explaining why our 40s often feel like a prolonged slump and how things start to look up as we enter our 50s.
Drawing from cutting-edge research and his own personal journey, Rauch offers a refreshing perspective on finding joy and purpose later in life. He sheds light on common middle-age struggles like irrational fears and feelings of stagnation, reminding us that these are normal phases that precede a brighter future. Rauch's insights are not just theoretical; they come from his lived experiences and extensive research, making his advice both relatable and practical.
He also discusses navigating conflicts, the importance of giving back during 'encore adulthood', and finding new purposes in retirement. Whether you're approaching middle age or already navigating it, this episode offers valuable wisdom on embracing the upswing of the happiness curve.
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