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5 things ancients knew about finding happiness

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Below, June Cohen shares five key insights from her new book, The Great Remembering: Powerful Ancient Practices―And the New Science Bringing Them Back .

Cohen is a pioneer in media and technology, best known as the co-creator of TED Talks, Masters of Scale , and Meditative Story . During her 11 years at TED, she cohosted the flagship event—working with hundreds of speakers on their talks—and launched TED Talks online. She’s earned more than 100 industry awards, including 67 Webby honors, 8 Apple “Podcast of the Year” awards, and a Peabody.

What’s the Big Idea?

Ancient cultures worldwide developed wisdom systems: embodied practices passed down by example that helped people navigate hardship, build connection, and find happiness. Modern science is now proving they work.

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