#5 | Matthieu Ricard's 9 Tips for Happiness

Estimated reading length: 10 minutes

Matthieu Ricard is a French molecular biologist turned Tibetan Buddhist monk who has become a unique bridge between the worlds of science and contemplative wisdom. Through his deep spiritual practice and collaboration with neuroscientists, he explores how ancient meditation traditions can inform modern understanding of the mind, compassion, and well-being.

In this brief article, Matthieu is highlighting 9 meaningful tips that can contribute to eudaimonia, or happiness, which are:

1. Know Your Emotions

2. Enjoy the Simple Things

3. Connect with Nature

4. Control Your Ego

5. Meditate

6. Rid Yourself of Suffering

7. Become More Altruistic

8. Don't Compare Yourself to Others

9. Replace Anxiety with Compassion