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On happiness

www.happyplanetindex.org, the new economics foundation (nef)
The second version of this fantastic and groundbreaking study into global happiness. A must read for all happiness enthusiasts.

Personal capital & emotional intelligence: an increasingly important intangible source of economic growth, John F. Tomer, Manhattan College
A clear and interesting study introducing emotional intelligence and demonstrating its increasing importance as a source of economic growth. Follow this link to download.

Happiness and economics: a Buddhist perspective, Colin Ash, Henley Business School, University of Reading
This article reframes the economics & happiness debate using Buddhist thought. It describes the causal chain that explains why more money doesn't necessarily make us happy and gives some pointers as to what to do about that.

The Diamond Cutter, Geshe Michael Roach
A classic and well-informed account of how Buddhist techniques can work in business. Provides practical, but challenging advice to follow, straight from Buddhist teachings.

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