559: The Hidden Psychology of Happiness and Meaning | Dave Evans
The Genius Life
Max Lugavere
4.7 • 5K Ratings
🗓️ 18 March 2026
⏱️ 61 minutes
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Summary
Dave Evans, Stanford life design expert, explains why success alone often fails to deliver fulfillment—and how to build a life that actually feels meaningful in the day to day.
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