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    The Secret of the Good Life Revealed

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    22 dic 2025
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    Lena and Eli explore timeless wisdom from Aristotle to modern research, uncovering practical insights on happiness, virtue, and human flourishing that you can apply today.

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    The good life isn't something you find or achieve; it's something you practice daily through your choices and relationships.

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    Opening & Welcome

    0:00
    0:11
    0:25
    2

    Topic Introduction & Source Material Setup

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    0:54
    1:07
    1:22
    3

    The Architecture of Human Flourishing

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    2:23
    2:32
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    3:50
    2:05
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    4:35
    1:07
    5:02
    6

    The Wisdom of Perspective

    5:13
    5:29
    2:32
    5:55
    6:07
    7

    Practical Applications & Listener Takeaways

    6:21
    6:27
    6:46
    2:05
    7:18
    7:33
    8

    Wrap-up & Closing Reflection

    7:49
    7:55
    8:06
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