The Harvard Study of Adult Development is the longest scientific study of happiness and health that's ever been conducted. The results? Strong relationships make you feel better and live longer. Dr. Diana Hill sits down with psychiatrist and Zen priest Dr. Robert Waldinger to discuss his research findings and strategies you can use to make your friendships, partnerships, work relationships, and even casual ties more meaningful.

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