Happiness Is a Serious Problem: A Human Nature Repair Manual
Author | : | |
Rating | : | 4.96 (816 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0060987359 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 192 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2016-04-14 |
Language | : | English |
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We are completely satisfied with nothing There is little correlation between the circumstances of people's lives and how happy they are. This is the repair manual we should have been handed at birth When you ask people abouttheir most cherished values in life, "happiness" is always at the top of the list. However, unhappiness does not seem to be the exceptional order to be happy, we first have to battle ourselves. Happiness is an obligation--to yourself and to others Not only do we have a right
"Helpful, Short, Easy Read" according to Amazon Customer. His book is very pragmatic. As an evangelical Christian I can appreciate that he acknowledges the importance of religion in life. While I don't agree with a lot I found it to be challenging and helpful in confronting some of my own sins.. Classic Material, awesome advice Keeth St. Croix Great book, practical advice about what brings happiness. I suggest this book for anyone that is trying to find a deeper purpose to the daily experience of this thing called Life.. Three Stars Too Tall one sided opinions
In this unique blend of self-help and moral philosophy, talk-radio host Dennis Prager asserts that we're actually obligated to be happy, because it makes us better people. "Can we decide to be satisfied with what we have?" he asks. Achieving that happiness won't be easy, though: to Prager, it requires a continuing process of counting your blessings and giving up any expectations that life is supposed to be wonderful. "A poor man who can make himself satisfied with his portion will be happier than a wealthy man who does not allow himself to be satisfied." Prager echoes many conservative political commentators in complaining that too many people today see themselves as victims; he submits that the only way to achieve your desires is to take responsibility for your life rather than blaming others. . Whether or not you agree with that view, if you're willing to put some