Introduction: The Search for Happiness and Truth

Part 1: Happiness Decoded: Finding the Elusive Emotion

Part 2: The Great Divorce: Split Between Modernity and Antiquity

Part 3: The Dimensions of Happiness: The Roles of Love, Work, and Play

Part 4: Adversity and Happiness: Lessons from Ancient Wisdom

Part 5: Achieving Happiness: Techniques and Tools

Conclusion: The Unity of Happiness and Truth

The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom is a thought-provoking exploration of happiness, where author Jonathan Haidt seeks to bridge the gap between ancient wisdom and modern psychology. It presents scientific ideas in an approachable way, exploring how they relate to our quest for happiness and meaning in life.