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Do more that makes me happy

LEARNING PLAN

Do more that makes me happy

This learning plan is essential for anyone feeling stuck in routines that don't fulfill them or caught between others' expectations and their own happiness. It's particularly valuable for those who find themselves busy but unfulfilled, struggling to prioritize joy, or uncertain about what truly matters to them. By combining psychological research with practical tools, this plan helps you intentionally design a more authentic and satisfying life.

ByCommunity User
1 h 58 m
12 coursesUpdated 5 days ago
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How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed’s proprietary AI to help you learn Do more that makes me happy with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Do more that makes me happy.

What You'll Learn

  • Understand the science of lasting happiness and what creates genuine fulfillment beyond temporary pleasures
  • Identify your authentic passions and life purpose by distinguishing between external pressures and your true desires
  • Build sustainable daily habits using proven techniques that make joy-bringing activities automatic
  • Design a values-aligned life by confidently setting boundaries and prioritizing what truly energizes you
  • Transform your routine to consistently include more activities that bring meaning and satisfaction

Discover the science behind genuine happiness and well-being, moving beyond fleeting pleasures to understand what creates lasting fulfillment.

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Build The Life You Want

Find happiness through science: four pillars to lasting fulfillment.

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The Happiness Hypothesis

Explore ancient wisdom and modern science for happiness.

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source 1source 2source 3The neuroscience of positive emotions and affect: Implications for cultivating happiness and wellbeing
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The Science of Lasting Joy

Lena and Eli explore groundbreaking research on happiness, from neuroscience to genetics, revealing how 40% of our well-being comes from intentional practices we can control.

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Explore what truly lights you up and learn to distinguish between external expectations and your genuine desires for a meaningful life.

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Finding Your Own North Star

Rediscover your authentic compass for life's most meaningful journey.

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The Power Of Meaning

Explores four pillars of meaning—belonging, purpose, storytelling, and transcendence—to help readers build more fulfilling, significant lives.

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Discover Your Hidden Passion: A Detective Story

Uncover what's blocking your passion discovery using insights from Barbara Sher, Japanese Ikigai wisdom, and Sparketypes. Learn practical experiments to find what makes you come alive.

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Master the science of habit formation to make joy-bringing activities a natural, effortless part of your everyday routine.

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The Power of Habit

Understanding and changing habits

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Mini Habits

Transform your life with tiny, achievable daily habits that bypass willpower and lead to big results.

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Atomic Habits: Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results

Discover how 1% daily improvements compound into life-changing transformations. Learn the science-backed Four Laws of Behavior Change and why identity beats goals every time.

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Design a life aligned with your values by learning to say no to obligations that drain you and yes to experiences that energize and fulfill you.

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Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less

Strategies for prioritizing what is truly important in work and life.

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You Do You

Empower yourself to live life on your own terms, prioritizing happiness over societal pressures.

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How to Actually Live Your Best Life

Discover science-backed strategies for authentic fulfillment. Explore the surprising research on what truly creates meaning, happiness, and integrity in daily life.

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