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Why Be Happy?

The Japanese Way of Acceptance
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Why Be Happy? by Scott Haas dives into the pursuit of happiness, examining why it often feels elusive and how to genuinely achieve it. By blending insights from psychology and personal experiences, Haas offers practical tools for enhancing well-being and finding contentment in everyday life. This engaging exploration guides readers toward understanding and cultivating true happiness.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking to explore the journey towards lasting happiness through practical insights and psychological wisdom. It may appeal to you if you're interested in understanding how scientific concepts can be applied to improve your daily life and relationships.

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Why Be Happy?

WHY BE HAPPY? is a beautiful, practical guide to finding happiness through ukeireru, the Japanese principle of acceptance.

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This book offers a path to well-being and satisfaction for the anxious and exhausted, and anyone charmed by concepts such as hygge, ikigai, and wabi sabi.

Psychologist Scott Haas spends much of his time in Japan, and with this book he provides a host of delightful examples of the way he has been made welcome, accepted, and happy in this distant country, as well as many thought-provoking and practical lessons which you can apply.

Why Be Happy? will help make your world a happier place by discovering a place of contentment and peace amid the chaos of modern life.

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Why Be Happy? by Scott Haas is a self-help book that explores the concepts of happiness and self-fulfilment, drawing on the author’s experiences. Reviews often highlight its practical approach to achieving happiness, emphasizing actionable advice and personal stories. The book is praised for its engaging writing style and insightful perspectives, making it a valued resource in the field of personal development.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529338799

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: John Murray One

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 186g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Scott Haas is a writer and clinical psychologist and the author of four books. The winner of a James Beard award for his on-air broadcasts on NPR's Here and Now, he holds a Ph.D. from the University of Detroit and he did his doctoral internship at Massachusetts Mental Health Center, a Harvard Medical School teaching hospital. He works in Japan three to four times each year. He is based in Cambridge, MA.

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