The Giving Way to Happiness: Stories and Science Behind the Life-Changing Power of Giving - Hardcover

Santi, Jenny

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0399175490 ISBN 13: 9780399175497

Verlag: Tarcher/Putnam,US, 2015

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"Giving takes you out of yourself. You expand beyond your limitations."
from the foreword by Deepak Chopra"

"This book presents a groundbreaking new perspective on happiness. Through her exciting career as a philanthropy advisor to some of the world s most generous individuals, Jenny Santi offers us a view into the principles that have made them not only successful, but truly happy."
Jayesh Parekh, co-founder of Sony Entertainment Television and managing partner of Jungle Ventures
"The Giving Way to Happiness" will change the way you approach giving, shifting the focus from charity to empathy, from a one-way transfer to a mutually beneficial act, from guilt and obligation to pleasure and happiness. Jenny Santi, through her well-researched, eloquent, and insightful book, teaches us how we can help ourselves by helping others."
Carl Liederman, former CEO of One Young World, and founder & CEO of Liedership
"Giving takes you out of yourself. You expand beyond your limitations."
from the foreword by Deepak Chopra"

"The Giving Way to Happiness" will change the way you approach giving, shifting the focus from charity to empathy, from a one-way transfer to a mutually beneficial act, from guilt and obligation to pleasure and happiness. Jenny Santi, through her well-researched, eloquent, and insightful book, teaches us how we can help ourselves by helping others."
Carl Liederman, former CEO of One Young World, and founder & CEO of Liedership
"Does humanity really need another book about happiness? If it s this one, yes. Jenny Santi brings unique access to some of the world s highest profile givers. By getting into their heads, she gives us moving glimpses into their hearts. And into hers a new generation MBA who seeks justice and joy. These pages pop with hope for both."
Irshad Manji, founder of NYU's Moral Courage Project, and "New York Times"-bestselling author of "The Trouble with Islam Today"
"This book presents a groundbreaking new perspective on happiness. Through her exciting career as a philanthropy advisor to some of the world s most generous individuals, Jenny Santi offers us a view into the principles that have made them not only successful, but truly happy."
Jayesh Parekh, co-founder of Sony Entertainment Television and managing partner of Jungle Ventures
"A wonderful book for a new generation of individuals who not only want to make a difference but also want to live exciting, fulfilling, and happy lives. Packed with inspiring stories of people from different walks of life and with lessons directly applicable to your own. Just pick it up and you ll be hooked!"
Katherine Lorenz, President, Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation"

"The Giving Way to Happiness "is full of interesting insights from big-ticket philanthropists and prominent personalities, but it is also about something bigger: how we can all find happiness through helping others. If done right, giving may well be the greatest gift you can give yourself.
Adam Grant, professor, The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and "New York Times"-bestselling author of "Give and Take"
This thoughtful look at philanthropy honestly examines the self-interest often involved in it and suggests that a self-focused approach to giving may in fact be entirely appropriate.
"Publishers Weekly"
Well done! A wonderful and timely contribution.
Christy Turlington Burns, founder of Every Mother Counts
"The Giving Way to Happiness" will change the way you approach giving, shifting the focus from charity to empathy, from a one-way transfer to a mutually beneficial act, from guilt and obligation to pleasure and happiness. Jenny Santi, through her well-researched, eloquent, and insightful book, teaches us how we can help ourselves by helping others."
Carl Liederman, former CEO of One Young World, and founder & CEO of Liedership
"Does humanity really need another book about happiness? If it s this one, yes. Jenny Santi brings unique access to some of the world s highest profile givers. By getting into their heads, she gives us moving glimpses into their hearts. And into hers a new generation MBA who seeks justice and joy. These pages pop with hope for both."
Irshad Manji, founder of NYU's Moral Courage Project, and "New York Times"-bestselling author of "The Trouble with Islam Today"
"Jenny Santi s book delivers an important message: Giving can make as much of a difference in your own life as it does in others . It s a new way of thinking and a compelling case for giving that can help cultivate purpose for individuals and change for communities. Her stories of how inspiring people such as Ted Turner and Muhammad Yunus made the decision to give at scale also show you don t have to be a billionaire or world leader to make a difference."
Kathy Calvin, CEO, United Nations Foundation
"As Jenny Santi so eloquently shows, to give is not just better than to receive; to give"is"to receive. The people in this book are from all walks of life a dolphin captor who comes to regret his work, the grieving mother of a 9/11 victim, a Bangladeshi economist doubtful that what he's teaching really matters, an entrepreneur struggling with ALS, and many others but they share a passion for giving that changes them in profound ways. Their stories are a testament to the fact that when we give of ourselves, we not only improve the lives of others, but we find genuine happiness and deeper meaning in our own."
Brandt Goldstein, visiting associate professor at NewYork Law School and author of "Stormingthe Court "
"Given the growing inequity on our planet, what is the solution? Santi shows us that a culture of giving can change the world around us while fulfilling each of our lives at the deepest level. Impressive, inspiring, and full of wisdom!"
Shiv Khemka, Vice Chairman, SUN Group
"Jenny Santi has succeeded in crafting a compelling blend of moving stories, powerful insights, and practical advice on how each of us can find '"The Giving Way to Happiness."' This book demonstrates that each of us can feel the impact and spiritual rewards of giving if we choose to make the journey. Her efforts and personal experiences will be an inspiration to many."
Alex Charlton, president of Cavendish Global
This is an inspirational book, which addresses both philosophical and practical questions. Santi s perceptive account is uplifting and insightful. The book is packed with heart-warming stories, fascinating research, personal revelations, useful tips, and timely advice. "The Giving Way to Happiness" explores the very real connection between helping others and helping ourselves.
Ilian Mihov, Dean, INSEAD
"With expertise, passion, and captivating real-life stories that keep you at the edge of your seat, Jenny Santi reminds us of the life-changing power of giving itis essential to our well-being as individuals, families, and communities."The Giving Way to Happiness" is animportant book for people of every generation who want to be fully alive in the world."
Tara Stiles, founder and CEO of Strala Yoga
"There is now compelling evidence from neuroscience that giving tends to make people happy. Jenny Santi has added to this science the evidence of a fascinating collection of people, some well known, some not, who have experienced life changing happiness through dedication to philanthropy. Santi has written a book that is insightful and entertaining and sure to inspire readers to try some of that recipe for happiness themselves.
Matthew Bishop, globalisation editor at "The Economist," and coauthor of "Philanthrocapitalism
" Authentic, candid, and insightful, "The Giving Way to Happiness"masterfully interweaves touching and often surprising stories into the analysis of how people live lives full of meaning, purpose and happiness.This is an important book that sends a wonderful message that is so simple at its core but that is unfortunately too often overlooked that the act of giving creates a multiplier effect, adding something to the life of those in need but also intrinsically rewarding the giver too, making him or her happier as well. Altruistic or not the effect is positive.Santi's book is filled with lessons you ll want to immediately start applying to your life. Read it to find out more."
Boris FJ Collardi, CEO of Julius Baer
An enlightening read, filled with open, honest glimpses into the lives of inspirational personalities from different walks of life. This is a rare book that will make you smile, move you to tears, inspire you to make a difference, and make you happy while reading the same page.This book is a friendly, approachable yet sharply written narrative packed with ideas you ll want to immediately start applying to your life."
Malvinder Mohan Singh, executive chairman of Fortis Healthcare Ltd.
"This book presents a groundbreaking new perspective on happiness. Through her exciting career as a philanthropy advisor to some of the world s most generous individuals, Jenny Santi offers us a view into the principles that have made them not only successful, but truly happy."
Jayesh Parekh, co-founder of Sony Entertainment Television and managing partner of Jungle Ventures
"A wonderful book for a new generation of individuals who not only want to make a difference but also want to live exciting, fulfilling, and happy lives. Packed with inspiring stories of people from different walks of life and with lessons directly applicable to your own. Just pick it up and you ll be hooked!"
Katherine Lorenz, President, Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation
In a very readable and compelling way, Jenny Santi weaves together science and strategy that will inspire anyone who is looking to build more strategic purpose into philanthropy, gain insights into volunteering, or better understand their purpose. A must-read!
John R Hart, vice chairman, New York Private Bank & Trust"

The Giving Way to Happiness is full of interesting insights from big-ticket philanthropists and prominent personalities, but it is also about something bigger: how we can all find happiness through helping others. If done right, giving may well be the greatest gift you can give yourself.
Adam Grant, professor, The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and New York Times-bestselling author of Give and Take
This thoughtful look at philanthropy honestly examines the self-interest often involved in it and suggests that a self-focused approach to giving may in fact be entirely appropriate.
Publishers Weekly
Well done! A wonderful and timely contribution.
Christy Turlington Burns, founder of Every Mother Counts
The Giving Way to Happiness will change the way you approach giving, shifting the focus from charity to empathy, from a one-way transfer to a mutually beneficial act, from guilt and obligation to pleasure and happiness. Jenny Santi, through her well-researched, eloquent, and insightful book, teaches us how we can help ourselves by helping others."
Carl Liederman, former CEO of One Young World, and founder & CEO of Liedership

"Does humanity really need another book about happiness? If it s this one, yes. Jenny Santi brings unique access to some of the world s highest profile givers. By getting into their heads, she gives us moving glimpses into their hearts. And into hers a new generation MBA who seeks justice and joy. These pages pop with hope for both."
Irshad Manji, founder of NYU's Moral Courage Project, and New York Times-bestselling author of The Trouble with Islam Today
"Jenny Santi s book delivers an important message: Giving can make as much of a difference in your own life as it does in others . It s a new way of thinking and a compelling case for giving that can help cultivate purpose for individuals and change for communities. Her stories of how inspiring people such as Ted Turner and Muhammad Yunus made the decision to give at scale also show you don t have to be a billionaire or world leader to make a difference."
Kathy Calvin, CEO, United Nations Foundation
"As Jenny Santi so eloquently shows, to give is not just better than to receive; to giveisto receive. The people in this book are from all walks of life a dolphin captor who comes to regret his work, the grieving mother of a 9/11 victim, a Bangladeshi economist doubtful that what he's teaching really matters, an entrepreneur struggling with ALS, and many others but they share a passion for giving that changes them in profound ways. Their stories are a testament to the fact that when we give of ourselves, we not only improve the lives of others, but we find genuine happiness and deeper meaning in our own."
Brandt Goldstein, visiting associate professor at NewYork Law School and author of Stormingthe Court
"Given the growing inequity on our planet, what is the solution? Santi shows us that a culture of giving can change the world around us while fulfilling each of our lives at the deepest level. Impressive, inspiring, and full of wisdom!"
Shiv Khemka, Vice Chairman, SUN Group
"Jenny Santi has succeeded in crafting a compelling blend of moving stories, powerful insights, and practical advice on how each of us can find 'The Giving Way to Happiness.' This book demonstrates that each of us can feel the impact and spiritual rewards of giving if we choose to make the journey. Her efforts and personal experiences will be an inspiration to many."
Alex Charlton, president of Cavendish Global
This is an inspirational book, which addresses both philosophical and practical questions. Santi s perceptive account is uplifting and insightful. The book is packed with heart-warming stories, fascinating research, personal revelations, useful tips, and timely advice. The Giving Way to Happiness explores the very real connection between helping others and helping ourselves.
Ilian Mihov, Dean, INSEAD
"With expertise, passion, and captivating real-life stories that keep you at the edge of your seat, Jenny Santi reminds us of the life-changing power of giving itis essential to our well-being as individuals, families, and communities.The Giving Way to Happiness is animportant book for people of every generation who want to be fully alive in the world."
Tara Stiles, founder and CEO of Strala Yoga

"There is now compelling evidence from neuroscience that giving tends to make people happy. Jenny Santi has added to this science the evidence of a fascinating collection of people, some well known, some not, who have experienced life changing happiness through dedication to philanthropy. Santi has written a book that is insightful and entertaining and sure to inspire readers to try some of that recipe for happiness themselves.
Matthew Bishop, globalisation editor at The Economist, and coauthor of Philanthrocapitalism
Authentic, candid, and insightful, The Giving Way to Happinessmasterfully interweaves touching and often surprising stories into the analysis of how people live lives full of meaning, purpose and happiness.This is an import...

Reseña del editor:

We often focus on how our gifts can help those in need. But the act of giving actually improves our own lives as well. InThe Giving Way to Happiness, Jenny Santi overturns conventional thinking about what it takes to be happy by revealing how people find purpose and joy in giving. This book is filled with  inspiring stories of generosity told by Goldie Hawn, Nobel Peace Prize Winner Muhammad Yunus, supermodel Christy Turlington-Burns, and philanthropist Richard Rockefeller, among many, many others. Despite their diverse backgrounds, they have all found unexpected happiness and fulfillment through giving. Santi also shares a growing body of scientific evidence that links giving with happiness. For example:

     - Research shows that altruism involves far more than suppressing basic selfish urges; rather, we are wired to give, as it activates pleasure centers in the brain.
     - Several studies demonstrate that those who volunteer regularly and frequently live longer than non-volunteers.
     - People who give to charity are 43% more likely to say they're very happy than those who don't give.
     - A recent study by Harvard professor Michael Norton found that participants who were randomly assigned to spend money on others experienced greater happiness than those assigned to spend money on themselves.

Amidst a culture of materialism and self-centeredness, Santi shows how giving can assuage ennui, give us purpose, and contribute to happiness in the deepest ways.

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• Verlag: Tarcher/Putnam,US
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0399175490
• ISBN 13: 9780399175497
• Einband: Tapa dura
• Anzahl der Seiten: 352