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22 Uplifting Books About Achieving Happiness

Don’t give up – these books have helped so many before you!

These books are true gems in literature. Their reach has helped so many, just take a look at their reviews! Whatever the challenge you’re facing, these books are invaluable to get you through it.
A particular favorite of ours is “70 Days of Happy”, which is known for how relatable and emotional the author’s story is. Be sure to take a look at it!

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#1 ME AND THE JAPANESE BEAUTY STANDARDS by Tomomi Tsuchio

ME AND THE JAPANESE BEAUTY STANDARDS by Tomomi Tsuchio Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

The book is making a point that we have to accept and love ourselves to be happy. Perfect looks or relationship won’t make us feel happy.

Also, this book is very relatable because it talks about the author’s life with insecurities, self esteem issue, body image, unsuccessful romantic relationships, marriage, divorce, and more mistakes, But she finds her happiness.

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#2 Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy by David D. Burns

Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy by David D. Burns Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

In Feeling Good, renowned psychiatrist, David D. Burns, M.D., describes the remarkable and scientifically proven techniques that immediately lift your spirits and help you cultivate a positive outlook on life.

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#3 ONLY HUMAN by Norbert Soski

ONLY HUMAN by Norbert Soski Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Being happy comes from understanding and appreciating who we are – our human nature. ONLY HUMAN is a unique integration of engineering concepts with human spirituality – mind, body, and soul. Similar to a computer, ONLY HUMAN reveals and describes how our human nature operates – our internal Human Operating System (iHOS). This new understanding of our human nature allows us to achieve needed changes and improvements to better our life by changing our outlook on life and our interpersonal relationships.

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#4 Single and Sixty by Janie Jurkovich

Single and Sixty by Janie Jurkovich Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

After Janie J’s marriage of 35 years suddenly ended, she wondered Would I ever be happy again? Then she realized she hadn’t really been happy in the first place. In fact, she hadn’t lived the life she had imagined living. From the first few nights of uninterrupted sleeping bliss to running out to take care of a broken sprinkler in her nightgown, this book is the true story of one woman’s quest for happiness.

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#5 The Art of Happiness, by Dalai Lama

The Art of Happiness, by Dalai Lama Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Who’s better than the Dalai Lama to teach you on how to eliminate the ego and project a better version of yourself, a happier version of yourself. If you want a new philosophy in life then look no further than this book.

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#6 Zen and the Art of Happiness, by Chris Prentiss

Zen and the Art of Happiness, by Chris Prentiss Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

This book is based not only in spirituality but rather, it’s based on science. How can you be a happier person, everyone is asking that all the time, this book is a base answer for your problems.

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#7 Unfu*k Yourself by Gary John Bishop

Unfu*k Yourself by Gary John Bishop Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Whos in control of your life, you. This is a harsh truth to learn, but this book makes the journey of self-discovering a much easier journey. So next time you feel that your life’s a mess you should look for this book and get an answer to your doubts.

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#8 The Lighten Up Book by Allen Klein

The Lighten Up Book by Allen Klein Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

This book is ideal for bringing more happiness into your life and lifting you up when you’re feeling down. With affirmations and insights to inspire health and happiness, it contains quotations related to such fun-filled subjects as amusement, enjoyment, frivolity, fun, happiness, humor, joyfulness, laughter, levity, mirthfulness, pleasure, and more, much more. You can enhance your optimistic state of mind by posting some of its wise words either online or on your bulletin board, refrigerator or car dashboard. You can also simply open the book and randomly read an insightful thought to savor and carry you throughout the day. Or, you can use the sometimes witty, sometimes profound quotations by sharing them with others within your emails or on social media site

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#9 How I Learned to Smile From The Inside by Santoro CEC, Seth E

How I Learned to Smile From The Inside by Santoro CEC, Seth E Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

This book is for anyone who has lost their smile, for any reason (whether temporary or long-term). It reminds us that you can heal from anything. While the author shares with us 5 harrowing stories and the similar process in which he found himself for each situation, he also shares tips and tricks and the reality of each stage of “grief” or as he refers to it, “healing.” Be ready for an incredible journey filled of love, laughter and the mysterious gifts and learnings enveloped in the healing process.

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#10 70 Days of Happy by Shelley Meche’tte

70 Days of Happy by Shelley Meche'tte Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Life is BETTER When You Smile provides a personal journey of self-discovery and empowerment, with practical tools and suggestions for taking BACK the emotional control that others have repeatedly been allowed access to, in your life. It gives you permission to own your happy without apologies.

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#11 Follow the Feeling by Lisa C. West

Follow the Feeling by Lisa C. West Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

True happiness comes when you’re willing to be kind and present with all parts of yourself. Follow the Feeling contains 33 easy-to-do techniques to help settle your nervous system and work through various emotional upsets. West is a physical therapist and yoga teacher with over 20 years of experience treating chronic pain and trauma and knows that stress gets held in the body. This book teaches you to be compassionate as you start working with unhealed pain and trauma, and asks you to love yourself through even the most difficult emotions. As your emotional dashboard starts to heal, you begin to see the wisdom your feelings carry and can learn to trust yourself and create a life that is happy and in the flow. Follow the Feeling” is a great practical introduction into yoga, mindfulness and embodiment. The techniques are simple but effective, and several have free-of-charge audio links available.

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#12 Fantastic You by Danielle Dufayet

Fantastic You by Danielle Dufayet Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

I believe you have to have a positive and loving relationship with yourself first to be truly happy. Fantastic You shows you what a day would look like if you treated yourself as if you were your own best friend. This would include: positive self-talk, self-forgiveness, self-compassion, cheering yourself on and cheering yourself up. When we truly value ourselves, we can be at peace with others and have good relationships; otherwise, we are constantly looking for love and acceptance from others -which keeps us at a dependent and miserable state. Being happy is a day-to-day choice and it starts with being kind to yourself and building a great relationship with yourself. It takes awareness and effort – just like it would with any other relationship that matters to you.

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#13 The Art of Living Alone and Loving It

The Art of Living Alone and Loving It Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Whether you view living alone as the ultimate compromise or the ultimate luxury, it presents daily challenges, such as cooking for one, organizing holidays, juggling finances, and avoiding the siren call of wine, Ugg boots and Netflix. And there are the less tangible tests, like nailing the octopus of loneliness to the wall, and holding your head high in a society where solo living is viewed (consciously or not) as the runner-up prize. Author Jane Mathews believes that to be truly content living alone, it pays to examine every aspect of your life-relationships, health, home, finances, interests and spirituality – and then take action. No matter what your unique situation, there’s something in The Art of Living Alone and Loving It for you. Jane provides the map and you choose the route to a more joyful, contented life.

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#14 Find Your Mantra

Find Your Mantra Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Be mindful and present in your daily life with these 75 uplifting messages, organized by theme. Founder of MantraBand Aysel Gunar provides an inspiring introduction on the importance of positive, meaningful mantras in your life. By reading these affirmations-one a day, several at a time, or just by opening the book at random-you’re taking the first step toward building a more rewarding life.

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#15 Mindfulness at Work

Mindfulness at Work Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

The realities of the modern-day workplace can include stress, pressure and apathy, but with a thoughtful approach and an openness to change, anyone can transform their work experience. In Mindfulness at Work, expert mediator and counsellor Maria Arpa shares her professional and personal insights into ways we can all create positive change at work ways to cut conflict, find contentment and develop an environment where harmony and clarity rule. Learn how to use her meditation practices and mediation tools to enrich your daily life and thrive and flourish, whatever your working circumstances.

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#16 Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Whether or not you are on the stoicism bandwagon, there is one thing about this book that resonates with us all: we are the makers of our own destiny. Rather, our mindset can make or break us. This book is a collection of Aurelius’ personal writings focusing on his own guidance and self-improvement. It is a wonderful tool to help you see past the obstacles in your path, be it outside obstacles or more than likely ones you have created for yourself. So whether you are on the path to controlling your emotions bettwe or just want another point of view in your search for happiness and joy, this is a great book to have in your arsenal.

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#17 Searching for God in the Garbage by Bracha Goetz

Searching for God in the Garbage by Bracha Goetz Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Experience what goes on inside the mind of a Harvard grad who broke the habits that were imprisoning her in this raw and candid memoir about overcoming food addictions joyfully. You too can discover how to fill inner emptiness finally and forever. How? By nourishing your uniquely beautiful soul. That’s what brings the deepest and most lasting kind of pleasure.

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#18 Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes

Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

This book is all about embracing opportunities and living life to the fullest. It’s about one woman, The Queen Shonda Rhimes, freeing herself from saying no to things and deciding to explore all that life has to offer. It’s one woman’s journey that could also be your journey to happiness.

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#19 The Happy Home by Patricia Lohan

The Happy Home by Patricia Lohan Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

There’s no place like home. Why not turn yours into the happiest it can be? Feng shui expert Patricia Lohan reveals a simple but groundbreaking truth: a happy life starts with a happy home. The Happy Home offers an introduction into the four-thousand-year-old practice of feng shui, an ancient Chinese art form that celebrities and Fortune 500 companies use to supercharge their environments and create balanced, harmonious spaces. You can look at your home in a brand-new light; it can serve not only as the place you live but as the foundation for your health, wealth, and happiness. Inside you’ll find the steps you need to take to balance your house’s energy, find greater flow, and design a living space that can help you realize your dreams. This manual provides practical, tangible, and easy-to-implement strategies for improving the energy of your home and revealing its true potential to benefit all aspects of your life.

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#20 The Little Book of Lykke by Meik Wiking

The Little Book of Lykke by Meik Wiking Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Lykke means happiness in Danish. Meik Wiking knows a lot about happiness. He is not only from Denmark himself (a country consistently ranked as being one of the happiest countries in the world) but is also CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen. In the book, he boils down the six key aspects of happiness he has found from his research (togetherness, money, health, freedom and trust and kindness). Wiking then explores how these elements of happiness are applied in countries all over the world. Through reading the book, I learned a lot about what happiness really means as well as the wide range of ways that it can be put into practice.

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#21 Quiet Mind Epic Life By Matthew Ferry

Quiet Mind Epic Life By Matthew Ferry Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

A quiet mind is a peaceful mind not burdened by negative chatter and unwanted interruptions. When your mind is quiet, you are in the present moment. You are happy simply because you are alive. Everything is easier because you don’t resist other people or the circumstances of your life.

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#22 Life in Flow by Kate Kendall

Life in Flow by Kate Kendall Get this book or read more reviews of it by using the links below

Written with a whole heart and inspired by lived experience, Life In Flow is a practical and contemporary guide to ‘living’ yoga off the mat through simple moving meditations and breathwork. For a new generation of men and women into mindfulness and holistic health, or for those just switching-on to it for the first time, Life in Flow is intended for the yoga-curious but also those craving real-world tools to ‘live yoga’ in everyday life

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Contributors to this article
Tomomi Tsuchio from TomomiTsuchio

Ronald D’souza from Amazon Decrum

Norbert Soski from Straight-Up Soulutions

Janie J from JanieJ

Abe Navas from Emily’s Maids

Allen Klein from THE LIGHTEN UP BOOK

Seth Eliot Santoro, CEC from IamSethEliot

Shelley Meche’tte

Lisa West from Lisa West Wellness

Danielle Dufayet from DanielleDufayetBooks

Jane Mathews from Murdoch Books

Aysel Gunar from Rock Point Gift & Stationery

Maria Arpa from Leaping Hare Press

Candess from MakeFoodSafe

Bracha Goetz from Spiritual Books

Adina Mahalli from EnlightenedReality

Patricia from Feng Shui Foundations Training

Emma Green from Fun Food and Fitness

Matthew Ferry from MatthewFerry

Kate Kendall from Murdoch Books

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Written by Zak Parker

Journalist, writer, musician, professional procrastinator. I'll add more here later.

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