Date of Birth: June 22, 1953
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Francois Lelord is a French psychiatrist and author, best known for his bestselling book “Hector and the Search for Happiness” which has been translated into numerous languages and adapted into a film. Born in Paris, Lelord pursued a career in psychiatry and completed his medical studies at the University of Paris. He further specialized in psychiatry and cognitive therapy. After practicing psychiatry for several years, Lelord transitioned to writing, using his professional experiences as inspiration for his novels. His debut book, “Hector and the Search for Happiness,” published in 2002, follows the journey of a young psychiatrist named Hector as he travels the world to understand what makes people happy. The book’s success led to a series of sequels, including “Hector and the Secrets of Love” and “Hector and the Search for Lost Time.” Lelord’s books often blend philosophical insights with an accessible narrative style, making complex psychological concepts understandable to a broad audience.
5 Interesting Facts about Francois Lelord
1. Francois Lelord initially worked as a psychiatrist before becoming a full-time author.
2. His book “Hector and the Search for Happiness” was adapted into a film starring Simon Pegg.
3. Lelord has written several sequels to his debut novel, expanding the adventures of his character Hector.
4. He has co-authored books on cognitive therapy and stress management.
5. Lelord’s works have been translated into over 20 languages.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Francois Lelord
1. “Sometimes happiness is not knowing the whole story.”
2. “We should concern ourselves not so much with the pursuit of happiness, but with the happiness of pursuit.”
3. “The most important thing is not to think too much.”
4. “Happiness is to be found along the way, not at the end of the road, for then the journey is over and it is too late.”
5. “Happiness is a journey, not a destination.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Francois Lelord’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $10 million, primarily from book sales and royalties.
Children
Information about Francois Lelord’s children is not publicly available.
Relevant Links
1. [Francois Lelord on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/34150.Francois_Lelord
3. [Francois Lelord on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5207950/
5. [Francois Lelord on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fran%C3%A7ois_Lelord
