The Jamie Kern Lima Show

Discover Your Life’s Purpose with Arthur Brooks (Pt 2): Finding Meaning in an Age of Emptiness

April 14, 2026·38 minsoloself improvement
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True meaning and love in life are found only in the present moment; the more we dwell in the past or future, the more we miss opportunities to love and connect.


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Arthur C. Brooks argues that the essence of a meaningful life is rooted in love, which can only be experienced in

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Arthur C. Brooks

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Arthur C. BrooksJamie Kern LimaC.S. Lewis

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The Meaning of Your Lifeby Arthur C. BrooksWorthyby Jamie Kern Lima

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Mental HealthMindfulnessPersonal FinancePhilosophyProductivitySelf Improvement

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