Today’s book: The Second Mountain by David Brooks—a powerful reflection on how real happiness isn’t found in personal success, but in commitment to something bigger than yourself.
Here’s your 1-minute summary:
- The first mountain is about achievement. We chase career success, wealth, and status, thinking they’ll bring happiness.
- The second mountain is about meaning. True fulfillment comes from service, deep relationships, and living for a higher purpose.
- Commitment is the key. A great life isn’t built on fleeting pleasures—it’s built on deep commitments to family, faith, community, or a cause.
- Joy is different from happiness. Happiness comes and goes. Joy comes from selfless living and connection.
- Lose yourself to find yourself. The more you focus on serving others, the more purpose and fulfillment you gain.
Are you climbing the first mountain—or ready for the second? What’s one way you can serve something bigger than yourself today?
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