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violetu's review against another edition
informative
fast-paced
3.0
I was already doing most of these things - so, at the very least, I felt somewhat validated!
caitlin1599's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/5
I need to stop reading self help books. I know what they say and yet I then proceed to ignore everything they advise
I need to stop reading self help books. I know what they say and yet I then proceed to ignore everything they advise
caffeinatedcasey's review against another edition
3.0
Interesting read.... and I'm already doing many of the things mentioned that lead to happiness.
sarahfett's review against another edition
4.0
This book is full of practical steps to take to help make yourself happier. Research studies back up the suggestions, but this is a very easy read.
ssejig's review against another edition
3.0
This is an attractive repackaging of ideas I've read elsewhere. There are nice breakdowns of chapters like Happiness at Home, Happiness in Love, etc. with subsections underneath each. They include some simple hacks like creating creativity by working in the room with the highest ceiling or journaling or taking an eight day vacation. There is also a lovely chapter on the downside of happiness that you don't usually see in most books. For the most part, it is just a repackaging of ideas that you've probably read if you're a self-help junkie but that last chapter brought it up a star for me.
elena_p4's review against another edition
5.0
I read this book when I was in a tough spot mentally and spiritually. I stumbled upon it on Barnes and Noble's website and when I tell you this book really changed things for me, it DID. I would read a few pages everyday and it would be something I looked forward to so much. I'd implement the positive tips from the book into my own life, which made me feel like I was taking steps in the right direction. Overall, a special book for me and something I'd recommend to anyone who needs a little pick-me-up.
debnanceatreaderbuzz's review
4.0
Happiness Hacks is a collection of research-based information on human happiness. Alex Palmer sorts the information into categories of happiness at work, happiness at play, happiness in love, and others. In the back of the book is a list of research references the author used to compile his facts.
Here are my notes from the book.
Focus on the 40 percent: Forty percent of one's happiness can be changed.
Scientists examined thirteen ways to spend one's leisure time. Only six were significantly associated with happiness: shopping, reading books, attending cultural events, getting together with relatives, listening to music, attending sporting events. Six others had no significant impact on happiness: watching tv, going to the movies, getting together with friends, playing cards, going to the gym, and doing handicrafts. One negatively impacted happiness: spending time on the internet.
Get outside: One of the best happiness-enhancing activities is to get into nature. Or sit by a window: Just looking at nature can improve your mood.
Vacation: Researchers found that feelings of well-being increased right away, peaking on the eighth day where they remained until the eleventh day, after which enjoyment levels dipped. Happiness increases when time is spent planning a vacation.
Add humor.
Do something for someone else.
Natural light.
Keep soft objects on hand and use tactile comfort.
Having a happy friend can boost your own happiness by 15.3 percent.
150 friends. That's about how many friends most people can have.
How much exercise is enough to feel better? Ten minutes. Exercise in short, ten-minute bursts several times a day.
As individuals age, they generally grow happier.
Those who drank four cups of coffee a day, when examined after ten years, had a 64 percent lower risk of dying than those who never or almost never consumed coffee.
Researchers found a positive correlation between eating fruits and vegetables and increased happiness.
Seven hours---target amount of sleep.
Positive emotions can fight colds.
People living in small towns and rural areas generally report being happier than those who live in cities.
Here are my notes from the book.
Focus on the 40 percent: Forty percent of one's happiness can be changed.
Scientists examined thirteen ways to spend one's leisure time. Only six were significantly associated with happiness: shopping, reading books, attending cultural events, getting together with relatives, listening to music, attending sporting events. Six others had no significant impact on happiness: watching tv, going to the movies, getting together with friends, playing cards, going to the gym, and doing handicrafts. One negatively impacted happiness: spending time on the internet.
Get outside: One of the best happiness-enhancing activities is to get into nature. Or sit by a window: Just looking at nature can improve your mood.
Vacation: Researchers found that feelings of well-being increased right away, peaking on the eighth day where they remained until the eleventh day, after which enjoyment levels dipped. Happiness increases when time is spent planning a vacation.
Add humor.
Do something for someone else.
Natural light.
Keep soft objects on hand and use tactile comfort.
Having a happy friend can boost your own happiness by 15.3 percent.
150 friends. That's about how many friends most people can have.
How much exercise is enough to feel better? Ten minutes. Exercise in short, ten-minute bursts several times a day.
As individuals age, they generally grow happier.
Those who drank four cups of coffee a day, when examined after ten years, had a 64 percent lower risk of dying than those who never or almost never consumed coffee.
Researchers found a positive correlation between eating fruits and vegetables and increased happiness.
Seven hours---target amount of sleep.
Positive emotions can fight colds.
People living in small towns and rural areas generally report being happier than those who live in cities.
caitreads's review
3.0
3.5/5
I need to stop reading self help books. I know what they say and yet I then proceed to ignore everything they advise
I need to stop reading self help books. I know what they say and yet I then proceed to ignore everything they advise