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Think Happy to Stay Happy: The Awesome Power of Learned Optimism
Library of Congress Cataloging
ISBN: (p) 978-1-63353-731-6, (e) 978-1-63353-730-9
Library of Congress Control Number: 2017962616
BISAC - OCC010000 BODY, MIND & SPIRIT / Mindfulness & Meditation
- SEL016000 SELF-HELP / Personal Growth / Happiness
Printed in the United States of America
Contents
Introduction: Change Your Thinking to Change Your Life
Author Note: The Art of Self-Affirmation: How to Use This Book
Learn the Language of Kindness
Don’t Forget the Senseless Acts of Beauty!
Always Remember, It’s Not All about You
What Is Your Personal Mission?
Think “Best-Case Scenario” All the Time
Do You Know How Great You Are?
Ask “How Are You?” and Mean It!
Today Is a Great Day: Let Yourself Enjoy It
Make Time for Gratitude Every Day
Look at Everything in a New Way
Do What You Say You’re Gonna Do
Offer Unconditional Positive Regard
Practice Simple Acts of Goodness