Author: John Leland
Publisher: Sarah Crichton Books
ISBN: 0374717052
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
A New York Times Bestseller! An extraordinary look at what it means to grow old and a heartening guide to well-being, Happiness Is a Choice You Make weaves together the stories and wisdom of six New Yorkers who number among the “oldest old”— those eighty-five and up. In 2015, when the award-winning journalist John Leland set out on behalf of The New York Times to meet members of America’s fastest-growing age group, he anticipated learning of challenges, of loneliness, and of the deterioration of body, mind, and quality of life. But the elders he met took him in an entirely different direction. Despite disparate backgrounds and circumstances, they each lived with a surprising lightness and contentment. The reality Leland encountered upended contemporary notions of aging, revealing the late stages of life as unexpectedly rich and the elderly as incomparably wise. Happiness Is a Choice You Make is an enduring collection of lessons that emphasizes, above all, the extraordinary influence we wield over the quality of our lives. With humility, heart, and wit, Leland has crafted a sophisticated and necessary reflection on how to “live better”—informed by those who have mastered the art.
Happiness Is a Choice You Make
Author: John Leland
Publisher: Sarah Crichton Books
ISBN: 0374717052
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
A New York Times Bestseller! An extraordinary look at what it means to grow old and a heartening guide to well-being, Happiness Is a Choice You Make weaves together the stories and wisdom of six New Yorkers who number among the “oldest old”— those eighty-five and up. In 2015, when the award-winning journalist John Leland set out on behalf of The New York Times to meet members of America’s fastest-growing age group, he anticipated learning of challenges, of loneliness, and of the deterioration of body, mind, and quality of life. But the elders he met took him in an entirely different direction. Despite disparate backgrounds and circumstances, they each lived with a surprising lightness and contentment. The reality Leland encountered upended contemporary notions of aging, revealing the late stages of life as unexpectedly rich and the elderly as incomparably wise. Happiness Is a Choice You Make is an enduring collection of lessons that emphasizes, above all, the extraordinary influence we wield over the quality of our lives. With humility, heart, and wit, Leland has crafted a sophisticated and necessary reflection on how to “live better”—informed by those who have mastered the art.
Publisher: Sarah Crichton Books
ISBN: 0374717052
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
A New York Times Bestseller! An extraordinary look at what it means to grow old and a heartening guide to well-being, Happiness Is a Choice You Make weaves together the stories and wisdom of six New Yorkers who number among the “oldest old”— those eighty-five and up. In 2015, when the award-winning journalist John Leland set out on behalf of The New York Times to meet members of America’s fastest-growing age group, he anticipated learning of challenges, of loneliness, and of the deterioration of body, mind, and quality of life. But the elders he met took him in an entirely different direction. Despite disparate backgrounds and circumstances, they each lived with a surprising lightness and contentment. The reality Leland encountered upended contemporary notions of aging, revealing the late stages of life as unexpectedly rich and the elderly as incomparably wise. Happiness Is a Choice You Make is an enduring collection of lessons that emphasizes, above all, the extraordinary influence we wield over the quality of our lives. With humility, heart, and wit, Leland has crafted a sophisticated and necessary reflection on how to “live better”—informed by those who have mastered the art.
Make a Choice
Author: Jeff Benedict
Publisher: Shadow Mountain
ISBN: 9781629721545
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Jeff Benedict has seen both good and bad in his career as a journalist. Some of the best are the extraordinary people he has met who have made deliberate choices to live happier lives despite the extreme hardship that each of them have faced. Although life will knock us down from time to time, this book is an important reminder that we all can make a choice to get back up, brush ourselves off, and keep pressing forward. Replace anger with forgiveness through studying the real-life examples of seven inspiring mentors. Avoid discouragement by purposefully recognizing God's hand in your life. Diminish the heartache from tragedy through the concentrated act of serving others. Gain insights from parents who were deliberate in safeguarding their children against harmful influences. Stand strong through life's adversity through the examples of powerful prayer.
Publisher: Shadow Mountain
ISBN: 9781629721545
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Jeff Benedict has seen both good and bad in his career as a journalist. Some of the best are the extraordinary people he has met who have made deliberate choices to live happier lives despite the extreme hardship that each of them have faced. Although life will knock us down from time to time, this book is an important reminder that we all can make a choice to get back up, brush ourselves off, and keep pressing forward. Replace anger with forgiveness through studying the real-life examples of seven inspiring mentors. Avoid discouragement by purposefully recognizing God's hand in your life. Diminish the heartache from tragedy through the concentrated act of serving others. Gain insights from parents who were deliberate in safeguarding their children against harmful influences. Stand strong through life's adversity through the examples of powerful prayer.
How We Choose to Be Happy
Author: Rick Foster
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 039952990X
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Now featuring new research and the most current information on the science of happiness, this book presents an outline of the nine choices happy people consistently make. Also included are tools for self-assessment to allow readers to measure happiness-and to find out what might be holding them back from having more of it. Insightful, intimate, and inspiring, How We Choose to Be Happy lets readers learn by example, and take substantial steps toward joining the ranks of the extremely happy.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 039952990X
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Now featuring new research and the most current information on the science of happiness, this book presents an outline of the nine choices happy people consistently make. Also included are tools for self-assessment to allow readers to measure happiness-and to find out what might be holding them back from having more of it. Insightful, intimate, and inspiring, How We Choose to Be Happy lets readers learn by example, and take substantial steps toward joining the ranks of the extremely happy.
The Paradox of Choice
Author: Barry Schwartz
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0061748994
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Whether we're buying a pair of jeans, ordering a cup of coffee, selecting a long-distance carrier, applying to college, choosing a doctor, or setting up a 401(k), everyday decisions—both big and small—have become increasingly complex due to the overwhelming abundance of choice with which we are presented. As Americans, we assume that more choice means better options and greater satisfaction. But beware of excessive choice: choice overload can make you question the decisions you make before you even make them, it can set you up for unrealistically high expectations, and it can make you blame yourself for any and all failures. In the long run, this can lead to decision-making paralysis, anxiety, and perpetual stress. And, in a culture that tells us that there is no excuse for falling short of perfection when your options are limitless, too much choice can lead to clinical depression. In The Paradox of Choice, Barry Schwartz explains at what point choice—the hallmark of individual freedom and self-determination that we so cherish—becomes detrimental to our psychological and emotional well-being. In accessible, engaging, and anecdotal prose, Schwartz shows how the dramatic explosion in choice—from the mundane to the profound challenges of balancing career, family, and individual needs—has paradoxically become a problem instead of a solution. Schwartz also shows how our obsession with choice encourages us to seek that which makes us feel worse. By synthesizing current research in the social sciences, Schwartz makes the counter intuitive case that eliminating choices can greatly reduce the stress, anxiety, and busyness of our lives. He offers eleven practical steps on how to limit choices to a manageable number, have the discipline to focus on those that are important and ignore the rest, and ultimately derive greater satisfaction from the choices you have to make.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0061748994
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Whether we're buying a pair of jeans, ordering a cup of coffee, selecting a long-distance carrier, applying to college, choosing a doctor, or setting up a 401(k), everyday decisions—both big and small—have become increasingly complex due to the overwhelming abundance of choice with which we are presented. As Americans, we assume that more choice means better options and greater satisfaction. But beware of excessive choice: choice overload can make you question the decisions you make before you even make them, it can set you up for unrealistically high expectations, and it can make you blame yourself for any and all failures. In the long run, this can lead to decision-making paralysis, anxiety, and perpetual stress. And, in a culture that tells us that there is no excuse for falling short of perfection when your options are limitless, too much choice can lead to clinical depression. In The Paradox of Choice, Barry Schwartz explains at what point choice—the hallmark of individual freedom and self-determination that we so cherish—becomes detrimental to our psychological and emotional well-being. In accessible, engaging, and anecdotal prose, Schwartz shows how the dramatic explosion in choice—from the mundane to the profound challenges of balancing career, family, and individual needs—has paradoxically become a problem instead of a solution. Schwartz also shows how our obsession with choice encourages us to seek that which makes us feel worse. By synthesizing current research in the social sciences, Schwartz makes the counter intuitive case that eliminating choices can greatly reduce the stress, anxiety, and busyness of our lives. He offers eleven practical steps on how to limit choices to a manageable number, have the discipline to focus on those that are important and ignore the rest, and ultimately derive greater satisfaction from the choices you have to make.
The Joy Choice
Author: Elizabeth B. Brown
Publisher: Fleming H Revell Company
ISBN: 9780800755317
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 155
Book Description
This book shows how you can take hold of God's keys and open doors to deep happiness and contentment. Joy is your job! Choos-ing joy is more than an attitude-change. It's a dynamic process that will change your life!
Publisher: Fleming H Revell Company
ISBN: 9780800755317
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 155
Book Description
This book shows how you can take hold of God's keys and open doors to deep happiness and contentment. Joy is your job! Choos-ing joy is more than an attitude-change. It's a dynamic process that will change your life!
The Happiness Book
Author: Mike Duffy
Publisher: Happiness Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 9780692815519
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Happiness Book: A Positive Guide To Happiness teaches readers how to live a happier, more rewarding life.
Publisher: Happiness Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 9780692815519
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Happiness Book: A Positive Guide To Happiness teaches readers how to live a happier, more rewarding life.
How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be
Author: Jack Canfield
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007245750
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
Within minutes of reading this book you will want - and be able to - apply its clear, direct and highly effective principles to your own life. Jack Canfield built an $80 million business from nothing. Now he shares his key techniques and unique insights so that you too can achieve success in everything you do.
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007245750
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
Within minutes of reading this book you will want - and be able to - apply its clear, direct and highly effective principles to your own life. Jack Canfield built an $80 million business from nothing. Now he shares his key techniques and unique insights so that you too can achieve success in everything you do.
The Choice of Happiness
Author: Sundari Dembe
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781540490629
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 470
Book Description
Through simply reading this book, one's psyche is transformed forever.,--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This is truly a delicious integrated meal of the whole of spirituality interlaced with science, while the story line brings ever-unfolding surprises and delights. The book gives tools for dealing with some of life's deepest dilemmas, such as how to bring a marriage back from the brink, how to integrate the death of a loved one, how to manifest abundance, how to reach forgiveness, and how to rest in the warm embrace of one's dearest lover, the Self within. It is a 9-year life journey of moving from a guru path, through three mentors, to arrive in the intimacy of direct guidance. It touches upon sacred global locations, esoteric interactions with six religions, and offers original new applications of Chemical principles to spirituality, and to understanding your own life. This is a profound journey to one's own Self.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------May Every Reader of This Volume Have Ever-Increasing Joy, Delectable Delights, Miraculous Unfoldings, and Easefulness, Forever Embrace Their Lives.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781540490629
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 470
Book Description
Through simply reading this book, one's psyche is transformed forever.,--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This is truly a delicious integrated meal of the whole of spirituality interlaced with science, while the story line brings ever-unfolding surprises and delights. The book gives tools for dealing with some of life's deepest dilemmas, such as how to bring a marriage back from the brink, how to integrate the death of a loved one, how to manifest abundance, how to reach forgiveness, and how to rest in the warm embrace of one's dearest lover, the Self within. It is a 9-year life journey of moving from a guru path, through three mentors, to arrive in the intimacy of direct guidance. It touches upon sacred global locations, esoteric interactions with six religions, and offers original new applications of Chemical principles to spirituality, and to understanding your own life. This is a profound journey to one's own Self.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------May Every Reader of This Volume Have Ever-Increasing Joy, Delectable Delights, Miraculous Unfoldings, and Easefulness, Forever Embrace Their Lives.
The Happiness Choice, Enhanced Edition
Author: Marilyn Tam
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118634721
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 143
Book Description
Discover the path to a happy life, from a woman who overcame the odds and achieved a joyful life Author Marilyn Tam takes what she learned from being an unwanted, neglected, and abused child in Hong Kong to become an international business success and humanitarian who is happy, healthy, and at peace with herself. In The Happiness Choice, she teaches readers how to live the life of their dreams. This book reveals the principles, tools, and philosophies she has used to achieve a balanced, healthy, and joyful life. People want contentment, love, and happiness from meaningful work, personal relationships, healthy mind and body, a spiritual core, and a reason for living. Tam details a path to get you there. Offers overall perspective, inspiration, and support to help people achieve their dreams Packed with personal stories and advice from Tam, celebrated entrepreneur and sought-after speaker and consultant, Working globally with Fortune 500 companies, governments, and non-profit organizations The Happiness Choice, is filled with stories, tips, and insights on how anyone can live the life they've dreamed of living—a happy, healthy, successful, and dynamically balanced life. The enhanced edition features author Marilyn Tam exploring the book’s concepts more in-depth with author-created informational videos.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118634721
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 143
Book Description
Discover the path to a happy life, from a woman who overcame the odds and achieved a joyful life Author Marilyn Tam takes what she learned from being an unwanted, neglected, and abused child in Hong Kong to become an international business success and humanitarian who is happy, healthy, and at peace with herself. In The Happiness Choice, she teaches readers how to live the life of their dreams. This book reveals the principles, tools, and philosophies she has used to achieve a balanced, healthy, and joyful life. People want contentment, love, and happiness from meaningful work, personal relationships, healthy mind and body, a spiritual core, and a reason for living. Tam details a path to get you there. Offers overall perspective, inspiration, and support to help people achieve their dreams Packed with personal stories and advice from Tam, celebrated entrepreneur and sought-after speaker and consultant, Working globally with Fortune 500 companies, governments, and non-profit organizations The Happiness Choice, is filled with stories, tips, and insights on how anyone can live the life they've dreamed of living—a happy, healthy, successful, and dynamically balanced life. The enhanced edition features author Marilyn Tam exploring the book’s concepts more in-depth with author-created informational videos.
The Happiness Choice
Author: Marilyn Tam
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118526708
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 139
Book Description
Discover the path to a happy life, from a woman who overcame the odds and achieved a joyful life Author Marilyn Tam takes what she learned from being an unwanted, neglected, and abused child in Hong Kong to become an international business success and humanitarian who is happy, healthy, and at peace with herself. In The Happiness Choice, she teaches readers how to live the life of their dreams. This book reveals the principles, tools, and philosophies she has used to achieve a balanced, healthy, and joyful life. People want contentment, love, and happiness from meaningful work, personal relationships, healthy mind and body, a spiritual core, and a reason for living. Tam details a path to get you there. Offers overall perspective, inspiration, and support to help people achieve their dreams Packed with personal stories and advice from Tam, celebrated entrepreneur and sought-after speaker and consultant, working globally with Fortune 500 companies, governments, and non-profit organizations The Happiness Choice, is filled with stories, tips, and insights on how anyone can live the life they've dreamed of living—a happy, healthy, successful, and dynamically balanced life.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118526708
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 139
Book Description
Discover the path to a happy life, from a woman who overcame the odds and achieved a joyful life Author Marilyn Tam takes what she learned from being an unwanted, neglected, and abused child in Hong Kong to become an international business success and humanitarian who is happy, healthy, and at peace with herself. In The Happiness Choice, she teaches readers how to live the life of their dreams. This book reveals the principles, tools, and philosophies she has used to achieve a balanced, healthy, and joyful life. People want contentment, love, and happiness from meaningful work, personal relationships, healthy mind and body, a spiritual core, and a reason for living. Tam details a path to get you there. Offers overall perspective, inspiration, and support to help people achieve their dreams Packed with personal stories and advice from Tam, celebrated entrepreneur and sought-after speaker and consultant, working globally with Fortune 500 companies, governments, and non-profit organizations The Happiness Choice, is filled with stories, tips, and insights on how anyone can live the life they've dreamed of living—a happy, healthy, successful, and dynamically balanced life.