Pearson The Rules of Happiness, 1st Edition by Richard Templar | International Bestselling Self-Help

Description

Why do some people remain positive, resilient, and content even when life presents challenges? The Rules of Happiness reveals the simple yet powerful principles that help people develop optimism, confidence, and lasting fulfilment.

Built around 100 practical and easy-to-follow rules, the book offers common-sense guidance on confidence, creativity, mindfulness, relationships, health, purpose, and personal growth. Rather than promising quick fixes, it encourages readers to adopt everyday habits that foster resilience, emotional well-being, and a more positive outlook on life.

Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, strengthen relationships, discover purpose, or simply enjoy life more, this book provides practical strategies to help you cultivate lasting happiness and personal fulfilment.

KEY FEATURES

• Build confidence to overcome self-doubt, develop resilience, and face challenges with optimism.
• Practice mindfulness and effective time management to reduce stress and improve focus.
• Strengthen relationships through kindness, generosity, gratitude, and meaningful connections.
• Develop creativity and curiosity to encourage continuous learning and better problem-solving.
• Create healthy daily habits that improve physical well-being and support long-term happiness.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Confidence
• Find Sure Ground
• Appreciate Your Value
• Do What You’re Good At
• Sidestep the Negative
• Take Your Time from A to Z
• No Comparison
• Believe It
• Just Do It
• Face It
• Make Your Own Decisions

• Creativity
• Get in the Flow
• Don’t Judge
• Mess Up
• Achieve
• Grapple
• Be Yourself
• Collaborate
• Get Inspired
• Change It Up
• Don’t Follow Rules

• Responsibility
• Don’t Be a Victim
• Don’t Take on Too Much
• Admit Your Mistakes
• Take the Blame
• Your Reactions Are Your Own
• Look After Yourself
• Look After Other People
• Welcome Feedback
• Be a Good Colleague
• Have a Social Conscience

• Giving
• Giving Comes in Many Forms
• The More You Give, the More You Get
• Let It Drip
• Choose Your Charities
• Don’t Expect Others to Be Indebted to You
• Let People Be Themselves
• Don’t Overdo It
• Say Thank You Nicely
• Be Accepting
• Let Others Give Too

• Mindfulness
• Know Your Roots
• Get the Basics Right
• Breathe
• Observe
• It Won’t Always Work
• Don’t Stop Thinking
• Stay Detached
• Open Up
• Retain Your Values
• Feel Your Emotions