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The Art of Happiness at Work
In their 1998 book The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living, His Holiness the Dalai Lama and co-author Howard C. Cutler, M.D., explored how inner development contributes to overall happiness. In their second collaboration, the authors considered how they could best follow their highly successful first book. They chose a subject that affects millions of people around the...more
Paperback, 224 pages
Published
August 15th 2005
by Hodder Mobius
(first published January 1st 2003)
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Хүн өөрийн дуртай зүйлээ хийж, тэрнээсээ аз жаргал авч амьдрах нь хамгийн сайхан, хүний хүсч тэмүүлэх ёстой зүйл юм гэдгийг энэ номонд өгүүлсэн. Далай ламтай хийсэн ярилцлагаар энгийн хэрнээ, харилцан ярианы хэлбэрээр бичсэн бөгөөд ойлгоход хэцүү, хүнд хэллэг огт байхгүй. Хүн ямар ч ажил хийгээд мөнгөтэй, нэр хүндтэй болж болно. Гагцхүү тэр хийж байгаа зүйл нь өөрийнхөө бүх сэтгэл зүрхээ зориулан дурласан ажил мөн үү үгүй юу гэдгээс их зүйл хамаарна. Миний бодож явдаг, бусадтай зөрчилддөг байсан...more
The Art of Happiness at Work comes from a series of conversations between the author and the Dalai Lama. I am aware that the Dalai Lama shares credit for the book, but the format of the book makes it clear that the Dalai Lama did not do much writing of the book. However, I don't blame the Howard Cutler or the Dalai Lama for this misrepresentation.
I found that the format of the book worked well for its intent. Cutler includes his own dialog with the Dalai Lama's which gives the book an intimate f...more
I found that the format of the book worked well for its intent. Cutler includes his own dialog with the Dalai Lama's which gives the book an intimate f...more
So, I wanted to read a book by the Dalai Lama. I don't even know why I picked it; there are quite a few at our store and I think I just liked the introduction. In any case, this was the first book by the Dalai Lama I read (or maybe I should say "read and finished", because I remember borrowing some of books from our local library when I was still at school, but I never was able to finish them because I found them rather difficult to read).
Technically (and factually) saying that this book is "by...more
Technically (and factually) saying that this book is "by...more
Jul 07, 2009
Janelle
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5 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
audiobooks,
nonfiction
The narrative takes the form of a discussion between Cutler and the Dalai Lama on the nature of finding satisfaction in one's occupation. The content is great and provoked a lot of thought for myself; I also found that my attitude toward work was greatly improved on the days that I listened to this on my way there and back. A lot of their postulations came down to that: simply adjusting your individual expectations and attitude toward your work, as well as weighing your values and how they corre...more
This book was inspiring, so much so that I read it twice. The comments of the Dalai Lama on happiness at work are relevant and based on common sense and spirituality. One idea is that you have freedom to choose how you approach your career and your co-workers, although other aspects may be beyond your control.. Attitude and balance are also key along with finding your purpose at work. It can be as simple as smiling at people and offering encouragement. Lastly, look at problems both job and life...more
A rather rapid read, actually, if you are somewhat familiar with some Buddhist concepts, but a life-time to master....
The book is "written" by the Dalai Lama, but essentially it is this doctor's interviews with the Dalai Lama, with a lot of his own commentary added. While it does seem a little of a bit of a misrepresentation, I don't think, if you can get over that, it is a *terrible* book, but a decent book. Actually, the interviewer gets to play the part of the naif, and one can appreciate it...more
The book is "written" by the Dalai Lama, but essentially it is this doctor's interviews with the Dalai Lama, with a lot of his own commentary added. While it does seem a little of a bit of a misrepresentation, I don't think, if you can get over that, it is a *terrible* book, but a decent book. Actually, the interviewer gets to play the part of the naif, and one can appreciate it...more
Mar 21, 2010
Rebecca
rated it
4 of 5 stars
·
review of another edition
Recommends it for:
People interested in Buddhist thought, those who are dissatisfied with their work
Shelves:
buddhist-readings,
2010-reads
The book took me quite a while to get through. Part of it was my own distraction with other books, but another part was the fact I didn't find this book quite as enlightening and enthralling as plain old Art of Happiness was. That book I could barely put down. If I did it was to ponder what I'd just read and let it sink in. I could genuinely relate to the material and found the compiling of the meetings to be very well done.
Art of Happiness at Work didn't have quite the same punch for me. Part o...more
Art of Happiness at Work didn't have quite the same punch for me. Part o...more
Quotes to remember:
“He reminds us that if we can change some of the external conditions at the workplace that contribute to our dissatisfaction, we certainly should. If not, although it is not always easy or quick, it is still possible to be happy at work through reshaping our attitudes and outlook, through inner training.”
Look at a tense situation as a way to improve yourself. Stay calm and react with dignity.
“Our attitudes about money are more important than the amount we make. As always, in...more
“He reminds us that if we can change some of the external conditions at the workplace that contribute to our dissatisfaction, we certainly should. If not, although it is not always easy or quick, it is still possible to be happy at work through reshaping our attitudes and outlook, through inner training.”
Look at a tense situation as a way to improve yourself. Stay calm and react with dignity.
“Our attitudes about money are more important than the amount we make. As always, in...more
This seemed like the perfect book to pick up and read. I have deep respect for The Dalai Lama and I really needed some advice on how to be happier at work.
I used to really love my job. It was exciting, for the most part, and every day usually held something new and challenging in store. Nowadays, it's not like that. There's a distinct vibe of us vs. them in most cases, IT vs. Accountants. Some of the financial folk chose to think that anyone can program so they'll just take care of what they wan...more
I used to really love my job. It was exciting, for the most part, and every day usually held something new and challenging in store. Nowadays, it's not like that. There's a distinct vibe of us vs. them in most cases, IT vs. Accountants. Some of the financial folk chose to think that anyone can program so they'll just take care of what they wan...more
After much success with his first book in collaboration with the Dalai Lama, The Art of Happiness, Howard Cutler decided to write another book. In this book Cutler wanted to explore some ideas and topics not touched upon in the first one. Namely, since work takes up an overwhelming amount of the day for most people, how can we find happiness at work? After all, most of us cannot sit around all day in a cave without venturing out into the real world. If we have no practical way to take our spirit...more
all the dalai lama books are quick, cheap therapy for when you're feeling depressed and sad. i flew through this book when i was unsure about work and my career and the path i wanted to pursue. it immediately put things in perspective and i found myself feeling better about things so i stopped reading it. ha.
the things he says are obvious and rational. we (westerns, first world countries) put too much emphasis on what we do for a living and how it need not be where we derive our happiness from....more
the things he says are obvious and rational. we (westerns, first world countries) put too much emphasis on what we do for a living and how it need not be where we derive our happiness from....more
This helped me to deal with a situation at work of being bullied by a co-worker. I also shared some of the principals with middle and high school students I work with, specifically the concept of working for the money vs. career aspirations/fame vs. a calling; that one must follow a calling to be truly happy and can combined with the other factors but not excluded.
Kind of boring to listen to the audiobook, but there were several good thoughts in this book. The concepts I really liked were: the difference between contentment and complacency (being content with one's job versus not caring, not wanting to learn or grow, and not trying to advance); the concept of "flow" (being totally absorbed in whatever you're doing); and the three categories of workers (those who view work as just a job, those who view work as a career, and those who view work as a calling...more
I generally like what I have read about/by the Dalai Lama, but I didn't like as much the interviews of him by this author. Maybe it was from too Western a perspective and tried to fit the DL's answers into a Western understanding. Or maybe the Dalai Lama has just never had to work with Harvard doctors.
Excellent! Must Read book!! Guidelines to be happy at work in the current day world. Answers to questions like: "How can I be happy at work
My job is boring. My boss is mean and demanding. My cowrokers make me sick" Find out what the Dalai Lama has to say.
My job is boring. My boss is mean and demanding. My cowrokers make me sick" Find out what the Dalai Lama has to say.
This turned out to be a good book to listen to on my road trip. It surprised me at how much of the information was common sense that had never crossed my mind. So even though I think outside the box my common sense must have slipped back in.
Enjoyed this very much. There were some good, practical suggestions about attitude and thoughts. This book was written by Howard C. Cutler (a pyschiatrist and neurologist) who interviewed the Dalai Lama. The book contained both an eastern and western perspective as well as a spiritual and mental/emotional viewpoint on matters of work, life and satisfaction.
Baca edisi Bahasa Indonesia.
Tenzin Gyatso, yang ditahbiskan menjadi Dalai Lama XIV, mencerahkan pembaca lewat buku yang dituliskan oleh Howard Cutler. Buku yang merupakan hasil perpaduan pemikiran kedua orang yang saling mengisi. Dalai Lama sebagai pemimpin Tibet yang juga Bhiksu, sementara Howard Cutler seorang psikolog. Diskusi kedua orang ini menjadi suatu pemikiran yang mencerahkan bagi para pekerja.
Pengalaman praktek seorang psikolog dilengkapi dengan pemikiran seorang biksu, menjadikan buk...more
Tenzin Gyatso, yang ditahbiskan menjadi Dalai Lama XIV, mencerahkan pembaca lewat buku yang dituliskan oleh Howard Cutler. Buku yang merupakan hasil perpaduan pemikiran kedua orang yang saling mengisi. Dalai Lama sebagai pemimpin Tibet yang juga Bhiksu, sementara Howard Cutler seorang psikolog. Diskusi kedua orang ini menjadi suatu pemikiran yang mencerahkan bagi para pekerja.
Pengalaman praktek seorang psikolog dilengkapi dengan pemikiran seorang biksu, menjadikan buk...more
this is an inspiring book and helped me look at my job (and life) in a different way. this is not just a buddhist book, as dr. cutler is considered "the father" and founder of the field
of happiness psychology. highly recommended.
of happiness psychology. highly recommended.
Ei oikein mitään uutta. Cutlerin amerikkalaisuus pukkasi tekstistä niin vahvasti läpi, että ärsytykseltä ei voinut välttyä. Mikä helpotus, kun Dalailama lopussa vihjaisi tyypille, että nyt alkaa riittää.
within self, work for money vs self-confidence and to serve compassion love, work as calling and maybe small acts with great love, know thyself, arrogance ungrounded in reality, cause and effect as karma.
Da hat der Übersetzer des Titels doch glatt den Englischkurs für Anfänger verpasst. Denn soweit ich weiß heißt: "The Art of Happiness at Work" nicht mal im übertragenen Sinne "Glücksregeln für den Alltag". Demzufolge hatte ich beim Lesen etwas anderes erwartet.Aber nunja wie man in seinem Job glücklich wird hat ja auch etwas für sich. Ich mochte besonders die heitere Gelassenheit des Dalai Lamas und seine Sicht der selbstverständlichen westlichen Begriffe. Ich bin nicht der Meinung das dieses Bu...more
I need to revisit this periodically. It is interesting as I have not read any other text from a western spiritual perspective that comes close to the depth and considerations of this book.
Some useful points about work though found some of it quite obvious. Interesting that the DL sees himself as 'doing nothing', you'll have to read it to find out why this is.
Great concepts. I really loved the Dalai Lama's good nature and open heart. It really reminds us all to treat each other better and equally. I think it's an area in today's society that still needs much improvement. I did not however enjoy the author's interpretations all to much and it was a slow read. I loved the insight the Dalai Lama provided and the examples of how he touched people or crowds - that was moving. But overall - I did not find this to be the most helpful guide to finding happin...more
A book everyone should leggere.La life should be lived, forgetting to have a body, with its demands at times unnecessary, but feeding your body what racchiude.L 'soul.
I found the information pretty typical and common. I did not feel it had a lot of new knowledge on this topic.
Very simple--which is good. This book is helping me get through the irritating parts of my work day.
Hope so many people read this and put it on practice at work as they need it, desperateley.
The Dalai Lama XIV ROCKS!!!! Fabulous insights from one of the brightest souls on the planet
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Jetsun Jamphel Ngawang Lobsang Yeshe Tenzin Gyatso (born Lhamo Döndrub, Tibetan: ལྷ་མོ་དོན་འགྲུབ་), the 14th Dalai Lama, is a practicing member of the Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism and is influential as a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, the world's most famous Buddhist monk, and the leader of the exiled Tibetan government in India.
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