The Myths of Happiness

PENELOPE BASS

7:30 pm., Wednesday January 30 | Free.

Powell's City of Books
1005 W Burnside St.

Ever felt inappropriately happy by someone else’s misfortune, or surprisingly blasé about your child’s graduation? So-called “happiness expert” Sonja Lyubomirsky explores why in her new book, The Myths of Happiness: What Should Make You Happy, but Doesn’t, What Shouldn’t Make You Happy, but Does.

Where: Powell's City of Books
Phone: 228-4651
Address: 1005 W Burnside St.
Website: www.powells.com

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