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395 pages, ebook

First published May 22, 2013

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55 reviews8 followers
December 23, 2014
As a neurotic, I read a lot of self-help materials, obviously, and so when I read Marc and Angel's blog and found I loved it, I grabbed the book. I should clarify that I skimmed it, or sampled from various sections, but it's the kind of book that lends itself to that sort of thing. The problem is the blog doesn't seem to translate into print so well....it comes across as somewhat trite and repetitive. This might just be my perspective that the information on a web page appears more in-depth than it actually is if you were to see it in print. To sum it up real quick: the book basically consists of a bunch of vignettes (interspersed with some longer personal experiences and stories) which lean pretty heavily on Zen Buddhist concepts.

The book can be summed up by the following:
-be positive
-forgive transgressors
-change one step at a time
-stay in the moment
-be grateful
-be positive

There. That's three hours' worth of reading saved for something more worthwhile.
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200 reviews145 followers
September 7, 2019
This book was a wonderful pep talk to pull anyone out of the doldrums. It’s accessible and usable in anyway and can provide some instant positive, uplifting support and guidance! I recommend it to those looking for some quick positive words— like a cheerful friend on the bookshelf. It is chock full of great ideas and encouraging words to live a more fulfilled and rewarding life. That said, however, it is extremely repetitive and needs a good edit (it could easily be cut in half)! And famous quotes I’ve seen and heard of are just stated as if the authors came up with it themselves. The book was on the sloppy side but still within I found some golden nuggets.
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1,903 reviews1,070 followers
July 19, 2019
Review to come eventually. Slightly repetitious in some points, but an overall engrossing and inspiring read. I liked the way it was organized and how practical the advice was in each of the modes of self-care/life affirmations. Plus, very quick to pick up considering the sections of lists and topics. Probably giving this 4/5 stars overall.
116 reviews11 followers
May 8, 2020
After 3 months of reading this book, I'm finally done. I read a few pages every morning, it was part of my morning routine. I really appreciate this book because it was a daily dose of positivity for me. I never heard of the writers' blog before- I saw this book at the bookstore, picked it up because of the pretty cover, and bought it because I absolutely loved reading the 1st page. While parts of it were repetitive, it didn't bother me too much because I read only a little bit every day. So I recommend reading this book over the course of a few months rather in a few days.
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184 reviews4 followers
December 10, 2019
One of the best self help books that I've read all year! Packed with great lists and tidbits of really solid advice, reflections, and tips for forging new futures. A great read! Whether you're looking for guidance, reaffirming your values, or needing a gentle reminder of what is really important in life, this book covers it all in short and easy applicable ways. I loved it!
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166 reviews
February 2, 2020
Super repetitive. But maybe that’s to really make it sink in? Maybe. But I ended up skimming a lot of this because it was the same thing over and over and over.

One point I really liked:
If we learn from our mistakes, why are we always so afraid to make a mistake?
36 reviews
April 1, 2016
Well I have been a regular at their blog for years and do read the subscription emails when not able to spend time at the blog. Which is why I always wanted to read this book. To my surprise it failed to keep my attention as the content flow seemed repetitive and much like a collection of blog entries.

Sometimes I felt as I am reading a revised version of a 'book of sayings'. I tried hard from chapter to chapter to see if the content was any different than their blog, however it was not. And while as a reader its easier to read a specific blog entry, it got really boring and monotonous to read those instructions over and over. Book seemed to drag!

Personally this is my opinion and I am sure there may be others who may find it interesting to read so much in the flow it was delivered. In a nutshell, nuggets of information that felt like blog entries were grouped.
87 reviews3 followers
June 3, 2019
This is a book of wisdom. I'm not into the pursuit of happiness. I believe that happiness is a side effect of things that I do. Those who know me consider me serious. The two authors' recommendations for more fun and laughter would benefit me. With that said, there is one truth near the end of the book that moved me: "The happiest people I know keep an open mind to new ideas and ventures, use their leisure time as a means of mental development, and love good music, good books, good pictures, good company, and good conversation. And oftentimes they are also the cause of happiness in others..."
72 reviews
June 17, 2021
I wish I would have read this book back when I was struggling with depression. Back when I need to hear the same advice, in different words, repeatedly, a thousand times. You can pick this book up at any random time and read a 2-3 page segment. It is a series of short "chapters" or collections. It is not the type of book you are likely to sit down and read start to finish. While I felt like I was hearing the same common themes over and over, it was all positive information. Something I would recommend you leave sitting nearby and pick up randomly when you need a small emotional boost.
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467 reviews
September 18, 2019
The guys are really clear at the start that this is meant to be read as a coffee table book. It’s really a book of lists.
For me, it was a little basic. I’ve studied and practised most of the concepts in the book. However 1) It is a great starting point for someone who is at the start of their journey. Someone who is just beginning to rewire their brain and mindset.
And 2) I always get a new idea or perspective from a book, and I got a few from this one that made it worth the read.
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40 reviews
February 8, 2023
Es MALÍSIMO. Aparte de ser sumamente repetitivo dice cosas como “el mejor antídoto para el estrés es la risa” ??? Habían un par de buenos consejos, pero en general lo encontré tonto
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42 reviews
January 28, 2024
A nice light-hearted read that helps serve as a reminder on seeing the good things in life.
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60 reviews2 followers
September 17, 2022
Love this book. Will definitely be purchasing a copy for myself. I love the way its set up and flows and gives you things you probably already know if you are a consumer of self help books, but presented in such a way that is easily digested. Very simple reminders.
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129 reviews
December 24, 2022
The first third of this book was enjoyable. I especially enjoyed the points on "energy vampires" and "true, good, and useful". Beyond the first 100 pages, the book was unbelievably repetitive. I also didn't appreciate the amount of what I read as toxic positivity. At one point it actually says "a smile is a choice". Seriously? There are numerous points about forgetting your past and being positive about the future. Positivity. Positivity. Positivity. "Negativity poisons the soul." It's just not realistic or, ultimately, helpful.
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157 reviews17 followers
July 9, 2022
𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:

Achieving real happiness & success is truly a wild journey of unexpected & exciting twists, turns & vital lessons.

📌Do you ever wonder what are the little things that separate happy & successful people from unhappy & unsuccessful ones?

📌What is it that they do differently every day that sets them apart from the rest?

✍️This book is about 1000+ little daily reminders to initiate a mindset shift. Which are organized into bite-sized lessons, which can be read independently and written with an aim to keep us inspired, motivated, peaceful, grounded & productive, even when life gets utterly chaotic.

It’s broadly divided into 9 parts such as
📍Happiness
📍Adversity
📍Relationships
📍Self-love
📍Passion & growth
📍Productivity
📍Goals & success
📍Simplicity &
📍Inspiration

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬:

🔺The way in which this book is designed has to be one of the top things I liked about this book. Along with that, the lessons that this book carries are another highlight I’d like to point out.

🔺There is a 30-day journal exercise with 30 thought-provoking questions that will help you reflect & will help you in knowing yourself a little better.

🔺I would say a perfect book to start your day and draw some beautiful & valuable lessons that you can carry throughout your day or inculcate in your life.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬?

☝️So if you’re currently struggling with taking the first step toward change, failing to live in the present moment, feeling ungrateful or unhappy, continuously fighting with your loved ones, feeling uninspired or demotivated, or losing hope. I highly recommend you to read this one.

𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧:

🤗A perfect fit for beginners with easily digestible bite-sized lessons or anyone who is interested in reading beautiful self-help read & you’ll end up feeling good about yourself & life in general.
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120 reviews9 followers
November 21, 2020
𝑻𝒊𝒕𝒍𝒆/ 𝑪𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓 –
The title speaks for itself. We all think about having a happy life, but we forget the little things come to our ways. Even if we are struggling in our, we should not overlook even the smallest things come in your path as those small things not only make us happy but add value in our life.
The cover is of bright red colour with golden and black letters. Yet it is fascinating. The golden rays around the title show us the way we can also shine like the sun.

𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒆 –
This book covers a lot of topic in depth. Whether you’re searching for the bright side on a grey day or asking yourself hard questions and considering making significant changes in your life. The supportive and straightforward wisdom in this books offers guidance, insight and a way forward.

𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒄𝒍𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 –
In a nutshell, this book is a helpful guide for everyone. If I’m entirely honest, I have to admit that I don’t even know where to start writing the review.
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115 reviews4 followers
April 20, 2023
3.5 stars rounded up.

I’ll start with the pros: The overall theme is great. Full of positive suggestions on mindset. It’s a good book to have around when you need to read a quick list for a pick me up or to reground yourself. Also has a lot of good questions that can be used as journal prompts.

Cons: VERY repetitive. I’m serious when I say I think every list mentioned leaving the past in the past, sometimes even twice, just in different wording. I agree that this is KEY but also made this book long af for no reason. Took me 6 months to be able to get through it all lol. Also I have to be honest , some of the story telling aspects were s STRETCH. Like in 6th grade he told his teacher she didn’t understand the meaning of life??? 🤨 I’d say some of its a bitttt exaggerated lol.

Overall I’ll keep this book for the journal prompts but probably won’t make it to my recommendations list.
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18 reviews2 followers
May 22, 2020
I have never read their blogs, I came across this book at the airport and while I was looking for something light to read, and I feel this book fit my need well.
what I liked about this book was the presentation of the content, everything is given in points which makes it easy to apply as a self help book but the point that some places I felt it was being too repetitive was a turn off, but overall its a nice self help book that you can pick after months and open to the part which you need to apply in your life.

I have been following their weekly reflection and they have helped me grow a lot constructively.
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180 reviews3 followers
May 29, 2021
Good inspiration for everyone who needs a push up in life, who needs encourage or looking for motivation. If you want to get better in life, you must get along with good attitude. When life gives you obstacles, make it become challenges and be a better version of your self. You can’t be happy at the moment if you keep missing the past and day-dreaming of the future.

I found very well-inspired quotes, some hurts because of the truth it speaks. It’s always easy to advise others, but hard for yourself to implement.
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99 reviews1 follower
January 29, 2023
Overall, this is a nice book to keep on your coffee table. It's not really meant to be read cover to cover. If you read it that way, you would find it very repetitive. Overall, it's a very positive, clever book with plenty good advice. It's a nice book to keep on your coffee table and read a few pages every to start every morning or just every now and then.

I found it to be very positive, but I found to be a bit repetitive. I think a book like How to Stop Worrying by Dale Carnegie gives a better explanation of how to change your mindset to enjoy the important things in life more.
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27 reviews
April 25, 2022
I started this book in January, and I am finally now finishing it in April. I would usually only read a chapter here and there, and I just really took my time with it. This isn’t really a book you would want to read in one sitting anyway, it is a lot more enjoyable if you follow the prompts and seriously ponder the questions it asks. It definitely has helped me to have a better outlook on life, especially when it comes to stiriving to become more positive and not compare your lives to others.
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488 reviews8 followers
January 18, 2023
A book I would skim. It's a book you digest over a length of time instead of one sitting. Why? Because there's a 1,000 things to think about and potentially start implementing in your life. Also, you will forget majority of what you read because its like a long laundry list of items one should do to improve their life.
It's simple, and I enjoyed the book. Again, I'll read the book again later after I've implemented some things during my first read.
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146 reviews10 followers
November 17, 2019
As I have read half a dozen self-help books this year, I feel I am somewhat decent judge of what makes one particularly unique or engaging. This book is not either of those things. It uses the same chewed up jargon you'd find on daytime television shows or mommy blogs. It lacks depth or insight. I'm genuinely flabbergasted that a book like this has become so popular.
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14 reviews
January 27, 2020
Considering it’s a book about 1,000+ things, it feels pretty vapid and repetitive. This would be better as a calendar or like, an inspirational twitter account to follow but the format of a book for this is not it. It’s like reading cliches in the form of a grocery list for 300+ pages and I couldn’t even get to page 20. The message is nice but the book is arduous at best.
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225 reviews16 followers
February 4, 2020
Meh

I had read the reviews initially but thought I’d read the book for myself. Their blog has interesting articles which led me to this book. However, as mentioned by previous readers this book is highly repetitive, uses quotes by other famous people and it was difficult to finish. I lost interest really fast.
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