Happier Thinking by Lana Grace Riva
Happier Thinking can be thought of as a short and sweet guidebook or manual that you can keep by our side for guidance on the road to a more positive outlook in life.
This book contains practical, actionable advice on how to work on making small changes in the way we think, to achieve a more positive approach to our day to day lives and any problems that we encounter.
Riva takes us on a journey, in twelve easy-to-read chapters, providing pointers and tips but without being presumptuous or in any way intimidating. She provides practical ways to go with advice on items such as not writing off the day as a ‘bad day’ because of one or a few negative experiences, practising seeing the good in the bad and changing how you react to things that are out of your control, before moving on to ways to treat yourself better and not dwelling on situations that you cannot change. Riva’s book is packed with more snippets of usable advice and actionable tips and tricks like these.
The book is to-the-point, easy-to-read and does not contain the psychology jargon that sometimes overshadows and confuses books intended to be helpful. Happier Thinking was borne out of a personal need for an improved mindset and more positivity in life. It should be read and reread and considered a comforting companion that contains helpful advice to get you through life with a more positive outlook and ‘happier thinking.’
Themes:
Mindfulness
Positivity
Change of attitude
Mindset
Conscious awareness
Mental health
Psychology
Favourite quotes from the book:
“If you look hard enough, there will be something good lurking around somewhere. Who doesn’t love a treasure hunt.”
“Happier thinking goes hand in hand with kindness. Kindness to all including yourself.”
“Happier thinking involves questioning your thoughts. Don’t just accept and suffer in your worrying. Question whether it’s helpful and a serious thing to worry about. The questioning process will hopefully make you realise if it’s really worth continuing on with dedicating all that energy to worrying.”
“It can be done. Just keep trying.”
About the author:
Lana Grace Riva is the author of self-help book Happier Thinking. She has a keen interest in mindfulness and happier thinking as indicated on her Twitter profile.
Where to buy:
Amazon Paperback
Amazon Kindle
LittleWordNerd Rating: 4/5
