What Cancer Taught Me About Happiness | Jim McCarthy | TEDxOakland

Jim McCarthy had a Stanford MBA and a successful career in Silicon Valley. But a cancer diagnosis suddenly changed his life, forcing him to ask profound questions about his health, relationships, and work.
In this talk, Jim shares his work and the many years he has spent studying the latest in neuroscience and psychology in an effort to understand what helps people thrive with abundant pleasure, purpose, and peace. His conclusion: Happiness is a skill you can develop.
Jim’s talk builds on his highly acclaimed “Happiness Workshop,” which he has presented to organizations across the U.S. and internationally. His keynotes aren’t just inspirational - participants take away proven strategies, science-based insights, and daily practices to lower their stress, boost their confidence, and find
greater meaning.
Jim has distilled what he’s learned into the new book, Live Each Day: A Surprisingly Simple Guide to Happiness. It’s an intriguing, enjoyable, immediately applicable blueprint for anyone seeking to live more fully. Jim McCarthy is the author of Live Each Day: A Surprisingly Simple Guide to Happiness. His innovative talks and workshops aren’t just inspirational. Audiences take away practical strategies, science-based insights, and daily action plans -because happiness is a skill you can develop. Jim is recognized for his unique perspective as a Stanford MBA, internet pioneer, and person living with a cancer diagnosis. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx