Many people believe they can only be happy when their problems are
solved, relationships improve, and goals are achieved. In this simple
guide, Dr. Richard Carlson shows readers how to be happy right now no
matter the situation. His plan, based on the principles of Thought
(thoughts are voluntary, not involuntary);Mood (thinking is a voluntary
that varies function varies from moment to moment and these variances
are called moods); Separate Realities (everyone thinks in a unique way
and lives in separate psychological realities); Feelings (feelings and
emotions serve as a barometer for when one is off-track and headed for
unhappiness); and the Present Moment (the only time when genuine
contentment, satisfaction, and happiness). This timeless book guides
readers through life's challenges and restores the joy of living along
the way."