Every culture rests on a bedrock of folk wisdom handed down through generations The pronouncements of philosophers are homespun by our grandmothers & find their way into our common sense what doesn't kill you makes you stronger Do unto others as you would have done unto you Happiness comes from within But are these 'truths' really true? Today we all seem to prefer to cling to the notion that a little bit more money love or success will make us truly happy Are we wrong? In The Happiness Hypothesis psychologist Jonathan Haidt exposes traditional wisdom to the scrutiny of modern science delivering startling insights We learn that virtue is often not its own reward why extroverts really are happier than introverts & why conscious thought is not as important as we might like to think Drawing on the rich inspiration of both philosophy & science The Happiness Hypothesis is a remarkable original & provocative book
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' This book is brilliant
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Popular ideas about happiness are misleading inaccurate & are directly contributing to our current epidemic of stress anxiety & depresssion & unfortunately popular psychological approaches are making it even worse In this controversial but empowering self-help book Dr Russ Harries reveals how millions of people are unwittingly caught in the ' The Happiness Trap' where the more they strive for happiness the more they suffer in the long term He then provides an effective means to escape through a groundbreaking new approach based on mindfulness skills Mindfulness is a mental state of awareness openess & focus Mindfulness skills are easy to learn & will rapidly & effectively help you to reduce stress enhance performance manage emotions improve health increase vitality & generally change your life for the better The book provides scientifically proven techniques to Reduce stress & worry Rise above fear doubt & insecurity Break self-defeating habits Improve performance & find fulfilment in your work Build more satisfying relationships Create a rich full & meaningful life ...

Popular myths about happiness directly contribute to our epidemic of stress anxiety & depression
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Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play The blitz & post-War reconstruction reshaped the London landscape This delightful Ealing-style comedy from Muriel Box tells the story of Mr & Mrs Lord who refuse to move out of their corner shop on the South Bank to make way for the building of the Festival Hall When the Government decides to build the Festival of Britain exhibition site everything appears to be going to plan All except for the fact that the main road & the pedestrian subway into the site are blocked by the House of Lords a corner shop owned by Henry Lord (Stanley Holloway) & his wife Lillian (Kathleen Harrison) When the Lords decline the compensation offered by government civil servant Mr Filch (Naughton Wayne) they barricade themselves in to avoid the demolition of their beloved home & when they are joined by an ambitious BBC sports broadcaster the outside world gets to hear a running commentary of the hilarious events from inside the House of Lords ...

Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play Based on the bestselling novel which had sold millions of copies by the time this film was made The Happy Hooker is based on the real life Dutch girl who came to America & built a huge business running a high-class brothel Actors Lynn Redgrave Jean-Pierre Aumont Lovelady Powell Nicholas Pryor Tom Poston Directors Nicholas Sgarro Language English Subtitles Dutch French Dubbed French Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired English Number of discs 1 ...

Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play When a committee declares that sex is ruining the country New York madam Xaviera Hollander is called to Congress to testify Actors Joey Heatherton George Hamilton Ray Walston Jack Carter Phil Foster Directors William A Levey Producers William A Levey Subtitles Dutch French Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired English Number of discs 1 ...

What foods make us happy? Scientists are now discovering a proven link between what we eat & how we feel In this inspirational book Rachel Kelly who has had a history of depression shares her personal experience of harnessing the power of food to stay calm & well Over the past five years she has worked with nutritional therapist Alice Mackintosh to build up a range of delicious recipes designed to boost energy relieve low mood comfort a troubled mind support hormone balance & help you sleep soundly Simple meal planners seasonal shopping lists & invaluable nutrition notes that explain the science of good mood food for everyone The Happy Kitchen contains all you need Follow Rachel & Alice's advice & week by week you too will feel stronger & healthier & keep the blues at bay ...

The No 1 bestselling cookery book in Ireland
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In these delightful tales Oscar Wilde employs all his grace artistry & wit The Happy Prince tells of the statue of a once pleasure-loving Prince which with the help of a selfless Swallow helps people in distress As well as The Nightingale & the Rose The Devoted Friend & The Remarkable Rocket this collection contains The Selfish Giant a remarkable story of the redemptive power of love ...