Be Happy: 170 Ways to Transform Your Day

by Patrick Lindsay

Be Happy Patrick Lindsay reminds us that all power is in the present moment. Even small changes today can have an immediate, transformative impact on your life - and you are the vehicle for this change. Be Happy draws together timeless wisdom and compassionate insights into the mysteries of human nature.

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction

176 pages, Hardcover

First published July 1, 2010

Reviews

[Elizabeth Glaz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I typically don’t fw self help type books but this was too good. An easy read but filled w beautiful advice and suggestions of things we take for granted, and helps put things in a new perspective. The perfect read to start off my travels ✈️

[Nolanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book because of the small pieces of advice to make everyday a happier and better day. The book is a way to spread positivity to those around you because the happier you are, the happier those will be around you.
One of my favorite quotes/tidbit of advice is to find closure. It's a hard thing to do, but the results are much more rewarding than the struggle to take the first step. When I read that page, I found it extremely relatable to a personal experience, which promptly encouraged me to take that one step closer to happiness.

[Christine (Tina) · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love how the page on "Be the Best You Can" is repeated a few times throughout the book. I gave a copy of this to each of my children on Mother's Day this year & gave myself one as well. I think this is one of those books to pull out occasionally & reread- maybe needs to travel with me daily.

[Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am determined that 2016 will be a happier year. :) I picked up this gem from the sale table at B&N. I flipped through the pages, and decided that this book needed to be purchased and added to my already overflowing bookshelves. It is a fast read-- Lindsay provides a title and a short inspirational paragraph. At the bottom of the page, he provides a popular but meaningful quote.
It is nice to read this book in the morning, or after a challenging day. I recommend this book! :)

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow. I bought this book for someone else, and I had to go back and buy it for myself.

Sometimes in life you just need some help with direction...this gives the reader great ways to change your outlook on life and be happy!

[Lisa Creane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have a bunch of mantras and sayings taped various places that at one time or other struck a chord.

They're pretty much all in here, either in name or in spirit, along with pithy and relevant quotes.

Very convenient :) and about six bucks at B & N.

[Chuck · Rating 3 out of 5]

A cute light and fluffy read for when your time and brain are overtaxed. Mostly common sense, but some of the wisdom imparted in these pages make a difference in how you see the world. So I'll quote one: "No matter how far you travel or how long the trip---across the city, across the country, across the world or through your life---the journey matters more than the destination. Enjoy the Journey!"

[Ashly Ordonez · Rating 5 out of 5]

A line that spoke for me is "Be happy while your living,for you're a long time dead"on pg.174 because it teaches people to live your best life. Another line that speaks to me is on pg.172 and its states "Opportunities do not wait" because it teaches people should cherish the moments you have with your love ones.So i would recommend this book.

[Hazel · Rating 4 out of 5]

"We know what happens to people who stay in the middle of the road. They get run over." - Anuerin Bevan

A simple book, a good way to put stuff in perspective in simple phrases...and of course, the quotes which I enjoy.

I got this book before I started college from my family, it is a wonderful book to give as a gift to a loved one.

[Gary Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

A friend bought me this book in 2012 and I have never stopped flicking through it from time whenever I am going through a phase of self-motivation.

The book is simple but every word mentioned is uplifting and has impact.

[Sean · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book! It’s full of small reminders about the beauty and wonder that we have all around us. It also illuminates the wonder and wisdom of human experience, interpersonal relationships, making and recalling memories, living in the moment and living your life to its fullest. 👍👍

[Jennifer Rathbun · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of those books that really should be taken in slowly. Maybe one page a day so you can dwell on each saying for the day. Find the ones that speak to you and then find a way to hold yourself accountable for the ones that you feel called to implement.

[Rafael DelCastillo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a good read on page a day book to give you inspiration or make you think about some things positive. I read it through in one hour, but marked some favorites to go back to. I have it on hand to quickly read if I need a reminder.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice book of quotes and thoughts on how to expand your life and "Be Happy." A wonderful daily read to work on life's little qualms one day at a time. Very uplifting!

[Kristina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Can be a helpful tool to use in therapy - can be a day to day or random helpful tips.

[Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun little book of quotes and sayings that I cannot wait to employ.

[Maddy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the small sayings in this book. I read some of them every night; it helps me calm down and feel optimistic for the future ahead of me :)

[Angel (Bradford) Tweed · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was well written. And I love the quotes from the famous people.

[Amelia Farmer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Shows how to spread positivity and to be positive for yourself. Overall, it had a lot of good advice and encouragements.

[Eric Hurst · Rating 5 out of 5]

"They must often change who would be constant in happiness and wisdom."

[Elaine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some great things in here, but it's definitely geared towards the mentally healthy who are having a bad day/period, not those struggling with their mental health.

[John Scott · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some very nice points - the inclusion of relevant quotes by other famous figures was a nice touch.

[Scha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Might reach it again if i need some comfort.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you are trying to find ways to appreciate each and everyday I would give this book a read

[Kathie · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice little book with suggestions and encouragements to make your life one in which you can be happy. Every page is a new topic and a fitting quotation. It is probably best to read only a few pages a day and to contemplate over the statements. I did find a few contradictions like living for the present, not to worry about tomorrow or get bogged down in regrets while on another page is says to have goals, always plan ahead, and manage your time. However I did like the passages about feeling the renewal while watching the sun rise, listening to the rain, and finding peace while watching the sun set.

"It is a common experience that a problem, difficult at night, is resolved in the morning after the committee of sleep has worked on it." John Steinbeck

[Michael Rivas · Rating 3 out of 5]

The shortest book Iv ever read but has a profound meaning. Obviously not a story so opening it to any page and reading it is perfectly fine. Has more of a goal like aim for each title, an explanation to understand the goal or aim and a small philosophical quote to summarize it. Including the author of the quote. This small guide to life should be read frequently just as a reminder to ones self. And read it from front to back not back to front. My first time was back to front and it would have made more narrative sense to go front to back because some build on each other.

[Valerie Doherty · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cute little self improvement, "how to" book with plenty of quotations and "happy" suggestions. It's a quick, easy breezy read.

Second read- Found it on a bargain table. Themes of resilience, perseverance, positivity, respect, dignity, tolerance, flexibility, and gratitude infused throughout the text from multiple sources and disciplines. You know what they say? "Good things can come in small packages."

[Jackie · Rating 3 out of 5]

A little book full of a lot of wisdom about life, relationships, work, and passion. Be Happy: 170 Ways to Transform Your Day is a book of quotes and reminders about what is really important even when you can't change what is in other people's hearts. Makes the reader step back and contemplate how one's own actions are the impetus for fulfillment in life.

[Sharon · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nice little book, with words of wisdom on ways you can help make yourself feel more happy about your life.

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

a nice little pocket of inspiration to dip into