How to let altruism be your guide

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January 20, 2015 Today’s TED Talk Matthieu Ricard: How to let altruism be your guide 16:07 minutes · TEDGlobal 2014 What is altruism? Put simply, it's the wish that other people may be happy. And, says Matthieu Ricard, a happiness researcher and a Buddhist monk, altruism is also a great lens for making decisions, both for the short and long term, in work and in life. Watch now » Playlist of the Day Our digital lives Our hyper-connected lives have been rewired for the digital age. These talks explore how the Internet and social media are shaping our relationships, personal lives and sense of self. Watch » 12 talks · Total run time 1:57:15 Become a Fan on Facebook Follow us @TEDTalks Read more at ideas.ted.com  Get the TED app for iPhone, iPad and Android

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