Learn to rest the mind so it reaches a state of ease. When the mind is at rest—free from ego-stroking or external stimulation—joy becomes naturally accessible.
by Chade-Meng Tan argues that happiness is a highly trainable skill, not a static trait. Tan, a former Google engineer known as the "Jolly Good Fellow," provides a practical, science-backed guide to accessing joy in as little as 15 seconds through "wise laziness"—the art of achieving maximum results with minimum effort. 🧠 Core Philosophy: The Trainability of Joy
Tan breaks down the process of discovering inner happiness into three actionable steps: 1. Easing into Joy Joy on Demand: The Art of Discovering the Happi...
Like physical strength, your "happiness set point" can be upgraded through consistent mind training.
Meditation cultivates a peaceful mind; a peaceful mind focuses easily; a focused mind accesses joy; and joy makes meditation more effective. Learn to rest the mind so it reaches a state of ease
Tan defines joy as a "building block" for a deeper, more sustainable state of happiness.
You don't need years in a cave; you need frequent "thin slices" of joy throughout your day. 🛠️ The Three Pillars of Training Tan, a former Google engineer known as the
Sit for one minute and tell yourself, "There is nowhere to go and nothing to do, except rest". 2. Inclining the Mind