Life in Three Dimensions

A Next Big Idea Club Must-Read BookA J.P. Morgan Summer Reading List Book“Dr. Oishi’s enthusiasm for a big and bold existence is infectious.”—The Wall Street Journal“It’s been a while since I read a self-help book that I felt really did something new … friends, Life in Three Dimensions is it… . Life in Three Dimensions gave me language for a desire and a way of being that I’ve struggled to articulate for most of my adult life… . If, like me, you are forever in pursuit of a feeling of expansiveness, of a life that is big not in terms of fame or recognition but a breadth of experience, this book will make you feel so seen. And if you’re feeling stuck, bored, or in a place of, “Is this really all there is?” it will point you to new possibilities.” —Book Riot“Many people want more out of life than happiness. They want to embrace life in all its variety and possibility. They want their lives to be great stories, or great journeys, with twists and turns, ups and downs, and many kinds of beauty along the way. Until now, psychology has had little to offer such people, who had to turn to romantic writers from across the centuries to find guidance and kindred spirits. Not any more. Life in Three Dimensions will give you new insights into the many ways to live well, including advice on how to pick the one most likely to be right for you.”—Jonathan Haidt, Thomas Cooley Professor of Ethical Leadership, NYU—Stern School of Business and author of New York Times bestselling The Anxious Generation and The Righteous Mind“It turns out that there’s more to life than happiness and meaning. In his pioneering research, Shigehiro Oishi discovered a neglected third dimension of the good life: having new and interesting experiences. In this lively, insightful book, he reveals what it takes to get rich psychologically.”—Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and Hidden Potential, and host of the podcast Re:Thinking“No one knows more about the science of well-being than Shigehiro Oishi. In this wonderful new book he shares a lifetime of discovery about what it means to live a good life. Life in Three Dimensions is insightful, original, and wise.”—Daniel Gilbert, Edgar Pierce Professor of Psychology, Harvard University and author of the New York Times bestselling Stumbling on Happiness“With a new book on happiness and meaning hitting the market seemingly every other week, it’s hard to stand out in this crowded field. Yet, that’s precisely what Shigehiro Oishi, one of psychology’s brightest stars, has managed to do in his compellingly written, refreshingly original and provocative new book. Life in Three Dimensions will change the way you think about what it means to lead a good life.”—Ethan Kross, international bestselling author of Chatter“Shigehiro Oishi’s idea of the psychologically rich life is my favorite new idea—and the major advance to emerge in happiness science in decades. I truly believe that this book will inspire you to understand—and then live—your best, fullest, and most authentic life. Run, don’t walk, to buy this book.” —Sonja Lyubomirsky, Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Riverside and author of The How of Happiness“The Rich Life, Shigehiro Oishi persuasively argues, is a Good Life, a third major choice over the Happy Life and the Meaningful Life. And Oishi tells us how to get there. An eye-opening book for all who are stuck.”—Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman, Director of the Penn Positive Psychology Center and author of the classic Learned Optimism“This spectacular book is a page-turner: you will be entranced by the charming narrative and poignant anecdotes. But more importantly, the wisdom it conveys about a psychologically rich life, based on the latest scientific research, will change how you live.”—Timothy D. Wilson, Sherrell J. Aston Professor of Psychology Emeritus, University of Virginia and author of Redirect: Changing the Stories We Live By“Life in Three Dimensions is a delightful guide to the importance of filling your days with more curiosity, exploration and richness. This book is required reading for anyone searching for insight into how to live a better life.”—Laurie Santos, Chandrika and Ranjan Tandon Professor of Psychology at Yale University and host of The Happiness Lab podcast

SHIGEHIRO OISHI is the Marshall Field IV Professor of Psychology at the University of Chicago. He is one of the foremost authorities on happiness, meaning, and culture. He is the author of The Psychological Wealth of Nations, and his research has been featured in major media outlets, including The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.