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Life in Three Dimensions

How Curiosity, Exploration, and Experience Make a Fuller, Better Life

Shigehiro Oishi

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Description

Life in Three Dimensions (2025) expands the field of happiness research by introducing the concept of ‘psychological richness’ as a key element of a fulfilling life. The book explores the foundations of psychological richness – curiosity, variety, and exploration – and offers practical strategies for weaving these experiences into everyday life.

Who Should Listen

  • Young people looking for a framework to build a fulfilling life
  • Life transitioners, from expectant parents to career changers
  • Retirees committed to staying curious and seeking new experiences

About the Authors

Shigehiro Oishi is the Marshall Field IV Professor of Psychology at the University of Chicago, renowned for his research on happiness, meaning, and culture. His work delves into how cultural and ecological factors influence well-being, offering insights into the complexities of human satisfaction. He is also the author of The Psychological Wealth of Nations: Do Happy People Make a Happy Society?, examining the relationship between individual happiness and societal well-being.