I read the original book "The Art of Happiness" many years ago and it was interesting, taught me a lot and has been a great help over some recent years of tragedy. Maybe some worldwide economic conditions or even some environmental problems may be at the root of the problem. Don't continue to feel competitive or jealous. Some dissatisfaction will always remain. I'm tired of self-help books that tell the reader what to think not allowing him to formulate his own opinion. Even overloading an animal is disrespectful to that life-so, that's exploitation, it's unfair," he said with a resolute tone. I bought this book as I am interested in "The Work" aspect of happiness. "Do they get fired?" "So, I'm thinking that if people can do this under the extreme conditions of prison, in the workplace people may try to discover small things, small choices that they can make in how to go about their work. So, for example, in America there are many opportunities for employment. They resented the fact that not only didn't they have any control over the kind of work they are required to do, they couldn't even choose how to go about doing it. "This kind of thing occurs, for example, in the Tibetan community here in India. This is a simple but downright astonishing book! And here we are, making life altering decisions, mostly on our own? Under those circumstances, trying to get some satisfaction or some kind of peace of mind, now that's hard work. No wonder we're all messed up by the time we hit 40 or 50 years old. One needs to actively resist exploitation. 'The art of happiness at work' is a compilation of conversations between HH Dalai Lama and Howard C Cutler on how to be happy at work. But I need to work. As long as you are living, life will have good things but also some problems that you don't like. This is the first book i've read that was written by HH the Dalai Lama and I must say its a very good book. In fact, I'd be interested in hearing your opinion on each one of these factors. Amazon.ca is a trademark of Amazon.com, Inc. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Let me give you an example of a friend of mine. In fact, I often gave him no end of difficulty as we struggled to reconcile East and West, pestering him with endless questions, a fair proportion of which he labeled so silly or impossible to answer that it had become a running joke between us, trying even his legendary patience. Many arrived penniless, destitute, their traditional chubas (native Tibetan costumes) tattered and dusty from the long journey. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is either concerned about how they relate to their current work or who would appreciate a Buddhist perspective of vocation. And we really wanted that promotion-every fiber of our being tells us that, even aside from the higher pay, the more important our job is, the happier we'll be. This is the first book i've read that was written by HH the Dalai Lama and I must say its a very good book. . I look forward to reading your comments. But I failed to understand why he didn't get it. Face it, we spend more time with our co-workers then we do with our own children and family. It's drivel, really. Thankfully, the conversations between the Dalai Lama and Howard Cutler on this subject and others will continue in more books to come. To see if there truly are answers to these questions and can we do more than just earn a paycheck for someone else, someone who can use us and fire us at the drop of a hat. By examining whether we're permanently happier from the last promotion we received or looking at people we know to see if those in a higher position are genuinely happier than those in a lower position. "Well, you know," I said, struggling for words, "where you are overloaded with work, and it becomes a source of stress." His Holiness the Dalai Lama. I didn't buy it. The Art Of Happiness At Work: Lama, The Dalai, Cutler, Howard C., Lama, Dalai, Cutler, Howard: Amazon.sg: Books "I've also been to many countries, and I've seen coolies or baggage handlers here in India, or migrant farm workers, poor people working in rice paddies throughout Asia, or remote nomads in your own country, and many of these people seem genuinely happy and content. That is a misplaced forbearance and endurance. How ridciculous. Think about the environment. And it takes time. Sincerely, muzikman3161@yahoo.com. Are you struggling to climb the corporate ladder? He himself had weathered his fair share of problems, the loss of an entire nation as he was forced into exile as a result of the Communist Chinese invasion and occupation of Tibet. the Dalai Lama joined Dr. Howard C. Cutler, an American psychiatrist, in writing a book "The Art of Happiness" which became a best-seller. If there are certain problems in the workplace, or layoffs and one is having difficulty finding a job, there are always many factors at play. It seemed a grim truth upon which to be ending our meeting. "Oh, now I think I understand. He did nothing? Fast, FREE delivery, video streaming, music, and much more. This is very refreshing and lends a greater value to his advice. So, what do you mean?" "That's right," he affirmed. No wonder we're all messed up by the time we hit 40 or 50 years old. So, he reminds us that if we can change some of the external conditions at the workplace that contribute to our dissatisfaction, we certainly should. And your anger could even turn into hatred, but even if your hatred escalates uncontrolled, and even if eventually you killed that person, it would have no effect on the situation, it would do nothing to change the wider problems. His tireless efforts on behalf of human rights and world peace have brought him international recognition. Sincerely, muzikman3161@yahoo.com. Download one of the Free Kindle apps to start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, and computer. Standing outside on his bougainvillea-draped porch, with the majestic snowcapped Dhauladhar Mountains of northern India as a backdrop, the Dalai Lama greeted me warmly as he led me inside his home. From the authors who brought you the million-copy bestseller The Art of Happiness comes an exploration of job, career, and finding the ultimate happiness at work. This is always the reality. To those who actually read this book I hope to hear from you. The concept of work overload isn't some obscure American custom, or even something unique to Western culture. So, if you met a complete stranger and they didn't know you or had never heard of the Dalai Lama and they didn't even know what your monk's robes signified, they just met you as a human being and they asked you, 'What do you do for a living?' The Dalai Lama doesn't pretend to have all the answers or experience of every situation. meaning specifically, 'What kind of work do you do? Even the modest furniture appeared to be the same, although it's possible the sofa may have been reupholstered. "So, what I'm wondering about is a general approach to work overload, which is actually one of the other common sources of work dissatisfaction." "In many countries throughout the world, there seems to be a kind of widespread dissatisfaction at work. Please try your request again later. Any suggestions on how to cope more effectively with that type of situation, that sort of pressure or stress?" So, if you are genuinely interested in being happier at work, and you are willing to makes changes to your life, then it is worth reading. But in reality everything in life is relative. The Art of Happiness at Work is the best-selling book by The Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibet. Anywhere between 8-11 hours per day are work related, not counting the tarvel time to and from the office which could add an additional 1-3 hours to the total depending on where one lives and the commute. They spent most of the dinner sitting around complaining about their jobs. Howard C. Cutler, M.D., is a diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. "I understand." Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for The Art of Happiness at Work at Amazon.com. My attempt to pin him down on his job description was getting nowhere fast. he asked. Perhaps it was due to a certain lack of self-absorption, an absence of self-involvement. Following the massive success of The Art of Happiness, the Dalai Lama & Howard Cutler now bring their bestselling message to our working lives.Of the many Dalai Lama titles on sale, The Art of Happiness – written with western psychiatrist Howard Cutler – is by far the biggest bestseller of them all. For this kind of "analytical meditation" to work, one needs deep and sustained reflection on these alternative ways of viewing one's situation. Now how many of us like our jobs? We have to deeply reflect on whether responding in this way brings a happier and more peaceful state of mind, or if those emotions serve to make us more unhappy. It had been a long day for the Dalai Lama. All categories. So, don't keep thinking about the work you don't have. And yet not a single meeting or event on this tour was initiated at his own request-all were based on invitations from others. "In many cases, yes." Please try again. "But then this is something that with extra attention and energy, it's something I could achieve. As a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and tireless advocate for world peace and human rights, he gave public addresses to tens of thousands, hundreds of thousands. I give this book 3 stars primarily because it could have been "tighter" as a result of more rigorous editing. Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Released: Aug 1, 2003 ISBN: 9780743541725 Format: Audiobook . So, think about these things until you are fully convinced of how damaging it is to ourselves to constantly respond to situations with hostility or jealousy, and how beneficial are the positive emotions like tolerance or contentment." So, focusing on some day-to-day activities of the government, they are dissatisfied, but they tend to forget that the government in exile is exactly that-an exiled government. What a gift!! So much so that just the thought of Sunday night knowing that you have to go to "that place" literally makes you sick? And suddenly it seems like the idea of happiness slips away. Anywhere between 8-11 hours per day are work related, not counting the tarvel time to and from the office which could add an additional 1-3 hours to the total depending on where one lives and the commute. They have to say 'This is too much work for me' and talk to the boss and try to reduce it. To see if there truly are answers to these questions and can we do more than just earn a paycheck for someone else, someone who can use us and fire us at the drop of a hat. "Of course," I interjected, "there's often very little we can do to change these wider problems." For example, when I was around twenty, in Tibet, I had to give an important teaching, and for preparation I had homework early morning and late evening. Isn't it? "There are not always easy answers. You begin by realizing that no situation is one hundred percent good or one hundred percent bad. "Howard, some of your questions are so impossible! It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. "I'm glad that you mentioned the issue of unfairness," I replied, "because that is another of the sources of workplace dissatisfaction. Now of course it is best not to be in prison, but even in that situation, where a person may be deprived of freedom, he or she may discover small choices that they are able to make. Once they focus on the real issue, it creates a sense of unity among us, which creates a sense of greater satisfaction instead of the divisions and conflicts caused when we lose sight of the wider issues and start bickering among ourselves. "So, we need a way to be happy at work as well as at home, but that's not always easy. A Simon & Schuster audio production. Yet since the age of six, he had been engaged in the training of his mind, learning how to remain happy despite life's unavoidable adversities. Read this as I was due to go back to my job whilst being off on maternity...and didnt want to return...My boss is a narsassist and not a very nice person to deal with, this book allows you to look at things in a positive light . Perhaps sensing my frustration with this glib response, he smiled and continued, "I think maybe this answer isn't entirely serious. "But you still need a way to bring some kind of peace of mind. Then he comes back a few hours later and says, 'Well, now you have to memorize an additional text along with this text in the same amount of time.' There's an additional reason why it is sometimes a long and difficult process to reshape our attitudes and outlook, to change the habitual ways that we perceive the world, modify our customary interpretation and response to any given situation or event. By looking at the evidence. "Of course, you're right," I agreed. Some other jobs may have higher pay, but they come at a price, maybe longer hours or more responsibility and maybe risk of injury or other kinds of problems. This is very refreshing and lends a greater value to his advice. So how do we convince ourselves beyond a reasonable doubt that the more important job may not necessarily make us happier? And even more remarkable-no matter how rigorous his schedule became, he seemed to handle his work effortlessly. It spent nearly two years on the New York Times bestseller list and has sold well over a million copies in hardcover. In psychiatry and according to the Dalai Lama, our motivation for working determines our level of satisfaction. "So why can't these people say 'I can't do this' right from the beginning?" Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 23, 2017, This book deals with the real and infinitely complex issues of our work lives, relationships and situations. Robert O'Keefe's thoughtful narration captures the power and the beauty of the Buddhist principles the Dalai Lama describes. It spent nearly two years on the New York Times bestseller list and has sold well over a million copies in hardcover. It spent nearly two years on the New York Times bestseller list and has sold well over a million copies in hardcover. I mean hate in every sense of the word? For anyone who is interested in self improvement, putting a new perspective on life, or interested in understanding how to derive enjoyment from their work I highly recommend this book. In some of the older faces, ruddy faces, weathered and creased by winds and harsh climate, one could detect traces of untold suffering, spirits hardened by years of mistreatment at the hands of the Chinese Communists. "But I think in these kinds of situations, the employer has a responsibility to judge how much a person can reasonably be expected to do. This is very refreshing and lends a greater value to his advice. This book taught the importance of "looking within" and of controlling destructive emotions in living a good life and finding happiness. Beginning with a direct correlation between productivity and happiness, Dr. Cutler questions His Holiness about the nature of work. So contentment, I think, contentment-that's the key thing." Your underlying motivation can change based on this wider perspective and it will build your enthusiasm to work, to make changes that will benefit society. For anyone... Are you struggling to climb the corporate ladder? And if a boss gives more work to do and it is beyond their capacity, then I think they have to say something. But if the boss gives too much work without increase of salary, then this 'overload' is just exploitation, the kind that we just spoke about. Yet despite his unsentimental acknowledgment of life's difficulties, there was a certain fearlessness mingled with a gentle undertone of compassion in his voice. You can think, There are other good things in my life, and I still have it better compared to many. Very good read also I would recommend The Art Of Happiness which is the first book , very intresting and things you can apply to your daily life. Well, I didn't want that job anyway!. "So there are many factors to take into account. The Art of Happiness at Work (Audible Audio Edition): The Dalai Lama, Howard C. Cutler, Howard Cutler M.D., B.D. "Sometimes we forget that. "But that kind of situation or attitude may not apply to everybody," I pointed out. . Think about the world, the global economy. In fact, I've heard that there is a program here in India where prisoners are being taught meditation. A few days before leaving for Dharamsala, I had dinner with some friends who were both in the software industry and worked for large corporations. Read it and your life is guaranteed to change for the better. We've probably all been there at one time or another, some still there right now. Now, this week I want to focus on the topic of work . And from that angle, the fundamental cause of the problem is the Chinese invasion and occupation of Tibet, which forced us into exile. The Art of Happiness at Work (Book) : Bstan-'dzin-rgya-mtsho : From the authors who brought you the million-copy bestseller The Art of Happiness comes an exploration of job, career, and finding the ultimate happiness at work. The teachings in that book have stayed with me ever since (2000) and I still try to incorporate them into my daily life. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 5, 2012. A Book That Leaves You With Lots To Think About. Face facts, most of decide on a career direction by the time we're 17-18-19 years old. Look at the various forms of social injustice. For example, when the economy is slow, companies are forced to cut back and lay off employees. So whether one is a professional, or whatever line of work one is in, each of us from birth to death is just working to take care of ourselves. I read the first Art of Happiness book, actually I listened to it while In the hospital recovering from spinal cord surgery, and I found it a truly life changing experience. I knew nothing at this age although I thought I did. Self-Improvement. But I've noticed that there the sense of satisfaction they derive from their job is much stronger and also they are more committed. Even by the time he had eaten his meager breakfast of tsampa and tea at 7:30 a.m., he had already been up for four hours, completing his rigorous daily regimen of prayer, study, and meditation. From the authors who brought you the million-copy bestseller The Art of Happiness comes an exploration of job, career, and finding the ultimate happiness at work. It is almost as if you are asking, 'How can beings in the hell realm learn to practice patience, tolerance, and tranquility?' How do we deal with that?" But you also need to understand the fundamental cause of various problems. I do nothing." And this wasn't the first time I had noticed his natural reluctance to engage in discussion about his role in the world. In instances where the worker might be exploited, where the employer thinks of nothing but profit and pays a small salary and demands a lot of overtime, or where one may be asked to do things that are not appropriate or are unethical, one should not simply think, Well, this is my karma, and take no action. Like in the Tibetan case, we're honest, we're not anti-Chinese, but the Chinese falsely accuse us of things and engage in bullying tactics in Tibet. Or are you in a position to manage and influence others in the workplace? So if you fail, that is where one's attitude and the practice of contentment can make the difference between anger, resentment, and frustration, and a calmer and happier attitude. About the author. ‎ Following the massive success of The Art of Happiness , the Dalai Lama & Howard Cutler now bring their bestselling message to our working lives. The appropriate response really is to actively resist it, to try to change this environment rather than accept it. Thinking about this as I began our session, I said, "You know, I couldn't help but notice how many different kinds of people come to see you, people with various professions, all sorts of jobs. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. Then the employees who are left have to take on more and more responsibility. Some had crossed the rugged border on foot, climbing high-altitude passes with grim determination. I bought this book as I am interested in "The Work" aspect of happiness. "Well, in working to take care of ourselves most people need some kind of job. They had made the arduous journey across the Himalayas by any means of conveyance they could find, lucky if they could afford a ride on an antediluvian bus, but more likely to have caught a lift, riding in the open bed of a shuddering pickup truck. And scheduled among these private meetings, I watched with admiration as he met with a group of newly arrived Tibetan refugees. Be content with the work you have. That fruit may be mostly sweet, but it may also have a little bit of sourness in it. Very good read also I would recommend The Art... Read this as I was due to go back to my job whilst being off on maternity...and didnt want to return...My boss is a narsassist and not a very nice person to deal with, this book allows you to look at things in a positive light . That will help," he said with conviction. We depend on it to eat, to clothe and shelter ourselves, and to take care of our families. It remains, five years later, in its original hardcover edition. So, how can I find happiness at work?' One of the best books ever, I’m reading it for the second time as every sentence is full of wisdom. Oh yeah? And here was I. I had been allotted several hours each afternoon to collaborate on our book, and I was here to collect. And the minute I step into the office, everything changes-I have to deal with the pressures, the demands, my boss is a jerk, and I can't stand my co-workers. Shouldn't we want to advance, rather than just be content with the way things are?" However, it is interesting some research that Cutler has used on positive psychology and how to handle work as part of your life. It's a very challenging text. One of the best books ever, I’m reading it for the second time as every sentence is full of wisdom. Think about times when you felt strong jealousy or hatred in the past and find out whether it made your life more satisfying or helped you achieve your goals. HL. After breakfast he began his usual workday, and that day there was a full line-up: meeting with one person after another, he saw an Indian government liaison officer, the head lama of one of the ancient lineages of Tibetan Buddhism, the president of a member republic of the Russian Federation, a high official in the Tibetan government-in-exile, and various members of his private office staff. Too much overload is simply a lack of concern, lack of respect. for the short term. But if that fails, then instead of frustration, or becoming angry focusing only on the thought, I tried but I wasn't able to make it-then think, O.K., I'll carry on with this work. It is not burn out, which I assume contributes greatly to the condition, but a realization that there is more to this precious life then work, making money for someone else and having nothing to show for it except a nice house a fat mortgage. The Art of Happiness at Work (Book) : Bstan-ʼdzin-rgya-mtsho : From the authors who brought you the million-copy bestseller The Art of Happiness comes an exploration of job, career, and finding the ultimate happiness at work. That person continues to enjoy the fruit, they don't stop eating it because it has a little sour taste. If you're interested in the teachings of HH the DL, then read the books actually written by him. "If there is injustice, then I think inaction is the wrong response. Sold by NorthAmericaTrades and ships from Amazon Fulfillment. He replied thoughtfully, "It begins by deliberately analyzing whether responding with anger or jealousy, for instance, will benefit us or harm us in the long run. I need the money. All in all, excellent practical advice. I've been a bit stressed out at work lately for one reason or another and reading this book really put my problems into perspective. In summary one of those books you read and then walk away with something. This practical application of Buddhist ideas is an invaluable source of strength and peace for anyone who earns a living. "No, really," I pressed. (January 2014) The Art of Happiness (Riverhead, 1998, ISBN 1-57322-111-2) is a book by the 14th Dalai Lama and Howard Cutler, a psychiatrist who posed questions to the Dalai Lama. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. And added to this, of course, are the secondary gains to holding on to our grudges, jealousy, and dissatisfaction, as our constant complaints serve to elicit sympathy and understanding from others. --from In fact, this is a process which you've called 'analytic meditation.'" And as grueling as this day had been, it was light duty compared to his schedule during his frequent trips abroad. After all, the Japanese have even coined the word karoshi-death by work overload. "Yes. He wasn't getting it. "I'm wondering if you have anything else to add here, any other ways we can look at things to . Probably a small number. And even if somebody is in prison, with very rigid rules, they can undertake some spiritual practices to try to lessen their mental frustrations, try to get some peace of mind. "Any general suggestions?" The Art of Happiness at Work is an invaluable source of strength and peace for anyone who earns a living. Now, this may be changing slowly, with more companies paying attention to creating a more humane environment, but in many cases the organization doesn't care about the personal welfare of the employees, or the inner state or satisfaction of the workers-all it cares about is the bottom line, making a bigger profit, keeping the share prices high. It spent nearly two years on the New York Times bestseller list and has sold well over a million copies in hardcover. If you buy only one book this year: buy this one!