Grow Your Own Happiness 8 Key Skills for Contentment and Wellbeing

by Smith, Deborah

• ISBN13: 9781783253074
• ISBN10: 178325307X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2019-10-01
• Publisher: Aster

Summary

A toolbox of positive principles, tips and techniques for the ultimate self-care.

Science tells us that happiness is 50% genetic, 10% circumstantial and 40% how we think and act. Which means that it is possible to increase our happiness by up to 40%.

For anyone wanting to increase their wellbeing, Grow Your Own Happiness shows how positive psychology - the science of happiness- can be used every day. With key principles explained to provide the foundation for change, tests for measuring wellbeing and simple techniques that can easily be applied to a busy lifestyle, as well as case studies, anecdotes and tips, this book provides everything you need to shine.

Author Biography

Deborah Smith BSc (Hons), MSc, MAPP, MBPsS is a qualified psychologist with an MSc in Positive Psychology and over 25 years of professional experience working with groups and individuals. Best known for her work with WeightWatchers worldwide - writing their Smile booklet (received by all members when they join), training WW leaders and writing a monthly Q&A page in WeightWatchers magazine, Deborah has taught mindfulness and meditation for over 25 years. She is a guest lecturer at Roehampton University and has a private practice in Bath.