Simple Happiness: 52 Easy Ways to Lighten Up

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could find some ways to get rid of some of that stress that seems to follow you wherever you go or find ways to simplify your life and allow you to be happier? And wouldn’t it be really nice if that came in a compact, easy-to-read book that you could take in little bits when it was convenient? Good news. It’s here. This slim volume is broken into seven major sections: The Basics, Things to Think About, Take a Look at Yourself, Things to Do, Strategies, Reaching Higher, and Unlock Your Power. Each section is broken into several little chapters – between one and three pages each – each with questions to ask yourself and ideas for making your life simpler and ways to more effectively deal with everyday problems and prevent them from taking over your life.

Jim Ryan is a motivational speaker with a background in counseling. He has translated that experience into a road-map for simplifying people’s lives in the frenetic world of our times. It is well-written, accessible, and will be a good guide for many looking for a little less stress.