The 65-year-old businessman has shared his pearls of wisdom in a new book for a mental health charity Dear Stranger, Letters On The Subject Of Happiness.
The British entrepreneur is one of many famous faces sharing a letter to an 'imagined stranger' sharing their personal insights on how to achieve joyfulness.
In the letter, included in the book and in his blog, Mr Branson encourages readers not to focus on tasks but remember they are human beings rather than 'human doings'.
He said: 'I know I’m fortunate to live an extraordinary life and that most people would assume my business success, and the wealth that comes with it, have brought me happiness.
'But they haven’t - in fact it’s the reverse. I am successful, wealthy and connected because I am happy.'
Although Mr Branson founded his first venture at 16, a magazine called 'Student,' he says children are too focused on goals from an early age.
He said in the book: 'Kids are often asked: "What do you want to be when you grow up?" The world expects grandiose aspirations: "I want to be a writer, a doctor, the prime minister."
'They’re told: go to school, go to college, get a job, get married and then you’ll be happy.
'But that’s all about doing, not being – and while doing will bring you moments of joy, it won’t necessarily reward you with lasting happiness.
'Stop and breathe. Be healthy. Be around your friends and family. Be there for someone, and let someone be there for you. Be bold. Just be for a minute.'
I don't agree with his theory, do you???
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