The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin |
I'm only 2 chapters in, and can already tell you that if you haven't read this book yet - you need to put it on your list. Two lines struck a chord: "What a wonderful life I've had! I only wish I'd realized it sooner." The truth behind that is equally depressing and scary. Each chapter describes a monthly focus in Gretchen's pursuit for happiness (Boost Energy, Aim Higher, Make Time for Friends, Pursue a Passion, etc). Reading the author's journey to finding her happiness automatically makes you contemplate your own... and without trying to, I find myself embarking on my own happiness project - which is currently making me happy :)
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I'm going over to Amazon right now to order this book! Thanks for posting about it! Have a great weekend!
I have a similar book, it is called: You can be the happiest woman in the world -Dr. 'Aaïdh Al Qarni. Love it! It really makes me happy.
x
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Ouuuu good to know! I really need to read for fun more. I read waaaay too much technical information for work. Wish there were more hours in the day!
thanks for the recommend!
xx Amy
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Thank you for this short but meaningful review! I'll go look for it!
Have a great weekend
Love
Coco
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Your blog is so chic! Can we follow each other? Write me on my blog or follow me and i follow you:)
Vik Ladyla
Seriously I've been meaning to read this for a while and I had just forgotten about it. I am picking it up today!!!
-Tiffany
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This is on my must-read list! As someone who has anxiety and depression, finding happiness is an internal struggle when your brain isn't right. I'm glad you're enjoying so far- I need to pick it up!
This sounds like an interesting read..I'll definitely look into it!
xo Olivia
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This is a really fantastic book, very motivational! Great buy!Thanks for taking the time to stop by....have a wonderful weekend. ♥
I know this book and completly love it ! It brightens my mood everytime !
Love your blog by the way :)
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I just did a post on the happiness project too, but mine is on the journal version. LOVE her stuff
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I follow Kayla (above) and love what she did with this! cool idea!
I need to check it out.
bisous
Suzanne
Based off of that line alone I know I need to get that book!
I've picked this book up and put it down more times than I can count. I guess I just need to give it a chance, huh?
Oh this looks like a great read! I could use this... definitely adding to my Amazon wishlist! :)
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I've heard a lot about this book. I just might have to check it out!
This has been on my "must-read" list (and my iPad) forever. Now I'm determined to finish it this weekend!
Alyssa
The Glossy Life
This has been on my "must-read" list (and my iPad) forever. Now I'm determined to finish it this weekend!
Alyssa
The Glossy Life
I've heard of this! I really want to read it, I think I'm going to have to bump it up my list a bit!
Sounds like a perfect book to start the new year with. I'll have to find this.
I bought this book awhile back, but I just haven't had the chance to sit down and read it! I have the journal too!
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
Added to my list right now! I love reads that leave you thinking and inspired you to create change in your own life.
I've heard great things about this book. I need to read it!
-Sharon
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oh Heather! I have to get that book. My word for the year 2013 is HAPPINESS. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.
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I've heard this is a must read from a few of the blogs I follow now. Guess it's time to give it a read already!
-Chelsea
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love love this!
Buon weekend (: Reb, xoxo.
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I haven't read it but I'm surely putting it on my to-read list!
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Juneli from Fashionably Yours
Yay! I love book recommendations. I am definitely checking this one out!
xo, jill
Classy with a Kick
Such a great book. Glad you're enjoying it!
Love this, Ive been meaning to read this book!So glad it inspiring you!
xo Dina
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I am definitely putting this on my list of books to read!! Happy weekend. xx. McKenna Lou
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I'm so glad to hear that you love this! I've been contemplating picking it up, but haven't. Now I definitely will! Thanks, Heather! Hope you have a fabulous weekend!
xx
Lia
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I really need to get this, I am generally a very happy person but I believe you can always be happier! I might go order it and start my own happiness project too. I really like your blog and am now following :)
Janine xx
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I'll check in amazon! Thank's for sharing!
I've never heard of this book but I will look it up and start reading it. Thanks!
-Vogue&Heels
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i alwyas see this book at anthro and want to pick it up, i KNOW i would lvoe it-- it's so me :)
adding this to my listtttt!
I am about to order it. Sounds like a great book that is much needed now.
Thanks for sharing!
Have a lovely weekend!
LA By Diana Live Magazine
That sounds like an amazing book! Thank you for sharing, I might have to read it!
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It's great to be happy and stay happy. I've not seen this book before. Maybe it's time for me to get one and stay happy too =)
I've heard this recommended by many people - it sounds like a great book. Glad to hear you're enjoying and hope that your own happiness journey brings many wonderful things :)
xox,
Cee
I want this book!!
Xx
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It sounds great! I really want to read it
xo Sootjeelina
ty for sharing :)
I'm just reading one month at a time. I still need to work on the getting organized part of January, but energy wise I am feeling so much better!! I am no longer napping nearly every day and eating better.
Happy weekend!
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just see the cover, I already believe that it must be a great book and must be read.
Nice post dear<3
Xoxo,Ila
sounds like a great book! have a great weekend heather!
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haha really? well i'm not a book fan, but is good to know thank sweetie!
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I love this book! I read it a few years ago and it's really the best reminder to always do the things in life that make you happy:)
xoxo Alison
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I am looking for a new book for my Kindle, so this sounds like a good rec - we definitely need to be more appreciative of our lives as they are.
going to have to check it out. have a great weekend
Sounds like a great book. Will definitely try it out.
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such a inspirational book, I'm going to see if I can get this on Amazon hopefully I can download on my tablet!
xoxo Akinyi
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Thanks for sharing Heather!!!!
It looks great!! I just think we don't have it here in Croatia, but I will try to find it somewhere in english :) Thanks for sharing, I always try to find something that will make me cherish my life more then I do..
really nice!
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I just finished the book I was reading and this is next up to read. I'm traveling now, so I usually get a good amount of reading done on the plane... so I'm really looking forward to diving in.
Love your blog! Would appreciate if you checked mine out too :)
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I've heard great things about this book!
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I've been meaning to read this book. It sounds so inspiring!
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Very inspiring! i would love to grab one! thanks for sharing hun...will also make a great gift for those who are never satisfied with their lives
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Sounds amazing! I want to read it! xo, Julie
i'm looking for a great read! thank you for sharing!!
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Congratulations on pursing your own happiness project! I've heard great things about this book I'll have to add it to my (ever growing) book list.
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Congratulations on pursing your own happiness project! I've heard great things about this book I'll have to add it to my (ever growing) book list.
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i have this book waiting to read!
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oh yes I've wanted to read this for a while. I did watch "happy" the documentary that was really nice too. I know they are 2 diff projects and I must read this soon. Thanks for the sneak peek.
Xo Inna
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oh boy, now you got me wanting to check this book out right after work today...lol
I haven't even finished my EAT PRAY LOVE book, which i have taken like 1.5 years to read and still not finished. Have you read it? Seems to take forever to finish,lol
Cinz
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Keep debating if I should download or not!! But now I will!!!!!
xoKatie
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I've heard a lot about this book and it is on my list of reads for the year! Good to hear your only 2 chapters in and liking it.
Robyn xo
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