The Art of Living (English Version)

• Language: English

• Binding: Paperback

• Pages: 172

• ISBN: 9789394369696

• Brand: Prakhar Goonj Publications

• Author: Prof. I. J. Bharti

About the Book:

"The Art of Living" explores the idea that happiness is something everyone in the world seeks, yet many find themselves elusive in their pursuit of it. We constantly devise methods and goals to achieve happiness, believing that once we achieve something—whether it’s passing an exam, securing a job, or getting something we desire—we will find happiness. However, this book argues that this continuous craving and postponement of happiness only prevents us from experiencing it.

The author reflects on how our style of living and thinking prevents us from living in the moment and enjoying the happiness that comes with it. We often think happiness is tied to future events, like "When I get this, I will be happy." But in doing so, we keep pushing happiness further away, failing to embrace the present.

In our youth, we may have thought that success in exams would bring happiness, only to find ourselves wishing for something else—like a good job or recognition. This cycle continues, and happiness becomes an ever-moving target.

The book discusses the concept of "syndromes" like the "when" and "if" that plague our thinking, keeping happiness on hold until we achieve some external goal. It teaches that there is no magic formula or external event that will bring true happiness—it's a mindset, one that involves living in the present and being content with the now.