Daniel Gilbert
Professor of Psychology | Happiness, Decision-Making, and the Illusion of Free Will
Daniel Gilbert is a professor of psychology at Harvard University, where he has studied human judgment and decision-making for over three decades. His 2006 book 'Stumbling on Happiness' was a New York Times bestseller, and his TED talks on the science of happiness have been viewed over 40 million times. Gilbert's pioneering research has revealed the surprising factors that shape our emotional lives, challenging many of our common assumptions about what brings us joy and fulfillment. His engaging keynotes offer audiences science-backed strategies for cultivating greater well-being and making more informed choices.
The psychology of your future self
Why we make bad decisions
More Talks
The surprising science of happiness
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