Happiness Project, Tenth Anniversary Edition: Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets

The author of the New York Times bestseller "The Happiness Project" spent a year testing the wisdom of the ages, current scientific research, and lessons from popular culture to learn how to be happier. She discovered that novelty and challenge, money, outer order, and the smallest of changes can make the biggest difference. This updated edition includes an extensive new interview with the author, stories of other people's life-changing happiness projects, a resource guide, and an excerpt from her bestselling book "The Four Tendencies."

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 368 pages
\n Publication date: 27 December 2018
\n Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc
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“An enlightening, laugh-aloud read. . . . Filled with open, honest glimpses into [Rubins] real life, woven together with constant doses of humor.” — Christian Science Monitor

Gretchen Rubin embarked on a year-long quest to uncover the secrets to true happiness. Drawing from cutting-edge science, classical philosophy, and real-world examples, Rubin presents an engaging and relatable chronicle of transformation. This special 10th Anniversary edition features a conversation with Gretchen Rubin, Happiness Project Stories, a guide to creating your happiness project, a list of dozens of free resources, and more.

On a rainy afternoon on a city bus, Gretchen Rubin had an epiphany. She realized that the days were long, but the years were short. Time was passing, and she wasn't focusing enough on the things that truly mattered. In that moment, she decided to dedicate a year to her happiness project.

In this lively and compelling account, Rubin chronicles her adventures during the twelve months she spent testing the wisdom of the ages, current scientific research, and lessons from popular culture about how to be happier. Among other things, she discovered that novelty and challenge are powerful sources of happiness; that money can help buy happiness, when spent wisely; that outer order contributes to inner calm; and that the smallest of changes can make the biggest difference.

This updated edition includes:

An extensive new interview with the author

Stories of other people's life-changing happiness projects

A resource guide to the dozens of free resources created for readers

The Happiness Project Manifesto

An excerpt from Rubin's bestselling book, The Four Tendencies:

Gretchen Rubin's journey to happiness is a testament to the power of personal growth and self-discovery. Her book offers valuable insights and practical strategies for anyone seeking to enhance their well-being and live a more fulfilling life. Whether you're looking to boost your happiness, overcome challenges, or simply explore new ways of thinking, The Happiness Project is a must-read.

\n Weight: 282g\n
Dimension: 136 x 202 x 27 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780062888747\n \n