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10 Keys to Happier Living

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10 Keys to Happier Living by Vanessa King offers practical advice and scientifically-grounded strategies to enhance personal happiness and well-being. The book outlines ten essential principles, including nurturing relationships, fostering mindfulness, and cultivating gratitude, to lead a more fulfilling life. Each key is supported by relevant research and accompanied by tips for integrating these concepts into everyday life.
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This book may appeal to you if you are seeking practical tips and insights to enhance your well-being and happiness. It delves into science-backed strategies and offers guidance on applying them to everyday life, making it an excellent choice for those interested in personal growth and positive change.

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A practical guide to understanding happiness and how to be happier - at home, in the office and in your community.

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Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions – The Dalai Lama, patron of Action for Happiness.

Vanessa King, a positive psychology expert for Action for Happiness, has created 10 key evidence-based actions that have been shown to increase happiness and well-being at home, at work, and in the world around you. If you have read The Art of Happiness, The Happiness Project or Sane New World, 10 Keys to Happier Living will be the perfect complement.

We all want to be happy, but what does that actually mean, and what can we do in our everyday lives to be happier? Fortunately, psychologists, neuroscientists, and other experts now have evidence of what really makes a difference and helps us to be happier and more resilient to life's ups and downs.

In this book, Vanessa King of Action for Happiness has drawn on the latest scientific studies to create a set of evidence-based practical actions. They will help you connect with people, nurture your relationships, and find purpose. You'll get ideas for taking care of your body, making the most of what's good, and finding new ways to stimulate your mind.

So here are the 10 Keys to Happier Living - ideas, insights, and practical actions that you can take to create more happiness for yourself and those around you.

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10 Keys to Happier Living by Vanessa King is praised for its practical approach to enhancing one's well-being, combining scientific research with actionable strategies. It offers a comprehensive guide to cultivating happiness, underscoring the importance of nurturing relationships, engaging in creative pursuits, and invigorating both mind and body. Additionally, the book is noted for its wisdom and compassionate insights, encouraging readers to appreciate life from a refreshed perspective.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472233424

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 March 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Home

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 334g

Pages: 336

About the Author

ACTION FOR HAPPINESS is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to create a happier society for everybody by inspiring people to take practical action to create more happiness for themselves and others.

VANESSA KING is a Board Member and the lead positive psychology expert for Action for Happiness. She led the development of the 10 Keys and speaks for Action for Happiness around the world. Vanessa's first degree was in psychology and later she completed a Master's degree under Martin Seligman at the University of Pennsylvania.

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