Reviews and Endorsements
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[Endorsement]
- "This book isn’t just a good read; it truly has the power to lift your life. I have personally benefited from the principles presented within and have seen them make a difference in the lives of students I teach."
—Dr Jason Hinze, Education Course Convenor, Avondale College of Higher Education
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[Endorsement]
- “When it comes to enhancing emotional wellbeing and boosting health and happiness, Live More Happy is an excellent guide into the mind of the user—and a must-read book.”
—Professor Esther Chang, Professor of Nursing, and Professor of Aged and Palliative Care, Western Sydney University
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[Endorsement]
- “Want to ramp up how much you get out of life? This engaging book can lift your mood and save your life! Based on the latest scientific evidence, the practical tips are desperately needed by all those trying to discover purpose and find happiness in this modern world.”
—Sue Radd, Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian, speaker and author, Food As Medicine
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[ Bookshelf Review ]
- I have never been an overly optimistic person and always thought that people who look on the bright side all the time are just not being realistic. So when it was decided that I should be the one to review Live More Happy, I wondered if it was some sort of a hint or maybe they just wanting a “realistic” approach. I was hoping that it was not just all about laughing and clapping your hands but could give me some solid evidence as to why “I should live more happy”—and this book did not disappoint.
This is Darren Morton’s second book about the strategies for boosting emotional wellbeing and becoming happier—and as such, is largely an expanded and deeper version of his previous Seven Secrets for Feeling Fantastic. In the intervening 10 years, his research has found that people who put the content of this book into practice experience a 30 per cent reduction in depressive symptoms, anxiety and stress, and a 20 per cent improvement in their mental health and vitality, so I decided to give it a go.
From the very first page, I was hooked. Who would have thought that learning about the scientific research done into the human brain could be so interesting? By using nicknames for the various parts of the brain and personal anecdotes to explain the brain’s workings, Darren Morton has written a scientifically based book that everyone can enjoy. While the book reads lightly, there are also comprehensive references at the end of each chapter for those who want to check the evidence.
Even just reading Live More Happy brings a smile to your face. I found myself laughing out loud in various chapters, so I could feel it doing me good already. And the handy acronyms and application exercises help you focus on the different aspects of your life that you could change.
With the New Year fast approaching and everyone planning their resolutions, Live More Happy makes a great Christmas present for yourself or a friend, as we can all do with a bit more happiness in our lives.
—Sonia Knight, Resources Manager, Adventist Media Network