Porcupine Love This Emotional Life

Premiered September 25, 2009
Porcupine Love

Author Elizabeth Gilbert finds the secret of happiness in the philosopher Schopenhauer's theory of human relationships, as illustrated by porcupines.

About the Program

This Emotional Life

This 3-part series represents what television does best. It opens a window into real lives, exploring ways to improve our social relationships, cope with emotional issues, and become more positive, resilient individuals. Hosted by Daniel Gilbert, Harvard psychologist and best-selling author of Stumbling on Happiness.

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