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The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness: How To Stop Overthinking, Clear Your Mind, and Be Happy (Almost) All the Time
In The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness bestselling author Matt Tenney shares the most important lessons learned while on his journey from prisoner to monk to social entrepreneur.
Here’s just some of what you’ll learn in this book:
- How to stop overthinking with a simple, effortless life hack
- How to clear your mind of unwanted thoughts
- How to improve your creativity and clarity of thought
- How to be happy during any moment that isn’t painful, and be at peace during even the most painful moments of life
- How to stop anxiety attacks and panic attacks more quickly
- How to transform unpleasant emotions like sadness and anger into compassion and joy
- How to experience the ultimate vacation, whenever you want to, without going anywhere or spending any money
- How to discover your true self - the part of you that is always at peace - and cultivate the wisdom that sets you free from suffering
- How to live a meaningful life that makes a significant, positive impact on others
- How to form lasting, life-changing habits that positively impact every aspect of your life
Since 2002, Matt has helped thousands of people - including children in hospitals, prison inmates, underprivileged youth, busy professionals, and leaders in numerous Fortune 500 companies - to apply mindfulness, meditation, and mindful self-awareness to be happier, less stressed, and more effective.
In The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness, Matt distills wisdom developed over 20 years of years of teaching mindful self-awareness into an inspiring, easy-to-read book that offers a simple, logical path for realizing true happiness without adding anything to your schedule.
Caution: This book will probably hook you from page one and applying what you learn may profoundly change your life.
Here’s just some of what you’ll learn in this book:
- How to stop overthinking with a simple, effortless life hack
- How to clear your mind of unwanted thoughts
- How to improve your creativity and clarity of thought
- How to be happy during any moment that isn’t painful, and be at peace during even the most painful moments of life
- How to stop anxiety attacks and panic attacks more quickly
- How to transform unpleasant emotions like sadness and anger into compassion and joy
- How to experience the ultimate vacation, whenever you want to, without going anywhere or spending any money
- How to discover your true self - the part of you that is always at peace - and cultivate the wisdom that sets you free from suffering
- How to live a meaningful life that makes a significant, positive impact on others
- How to form lasting, life-changing habits that positively impact every aspect of your life
Since 2002, Matt has helped thousands of people - including children in hospitals, prison inmates, underprivileged youth, busy professionals, and leaders in numerous Fortune 500 companies - to apply mindfulness, meditation, and mindful self-awareness to be happier, less stressed, and more effective.
In The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness, Matt distills wisdom developed over 20 years of years of teaching mindful self-awareness into an inspiring, easy-to-read book that offers a simple, logical path for realizing true happiness without adding anything to your schedule.
Caution: This book will probably hook you from page one and applying what you learn may profoundly change your life.
122 pages, Paperback
Published March 11, 2025
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August 20, 2025In his book "The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness: How to Stop Overthinking, Clear Your Mind, and Be Happy (Almost) All the Time", Matt Tenney offers a profound exploration of how true and lasting happiness can be found within. Rather than depending on achievements, possessions, or relationships for fulfillment, he suggests that the key to peace lies in cultivating mindful self-awareness. Many of us chase external pleasures, hoping they will bring satisfaction, yet the joy we find in new jobs, exciting travels, or even relationships often fades with time. Tenney argues that the pursuit of external validation blinds us to a far more reliable source of happiness: our ability to meet the present moment fully, without judgment, resistance, or comparison. By embracing mindful awareness, he explains, we can learn to quiet the mind, free ourselves from destructive patterns of thought, and access an inner stillness that brings unconditional contentment.
Tenney illustrates this shift through a classic parable of a farmer whose neighbor continually labels events as fortunate or unfortunate. Each time, the farmer calmly responds, 'Who can say what is good or bad?' The story demonstrates that experiences are not inherently positive or negative; it is our judgments about them, based on imagined outcomes, that give them meaning. This realization highlights how powerfully thoughts shape our reality. Many people, recognizing this, attempt to replace negative thoughts with positive ones, but Tenney warns against this approach. Simply substituting one thought for another doesn’t resolve the deeper issue - it keeps us trapped in the cycle of identifying with thought. Instead, he advocates learning to observe thoughts with detachment, recognizing them as passing phenomena rather than truths we must obey. The foundation for this practice, he suggests, is building stability through body awareness. By noticing sensations like the weight of our body in a chair or the feel of our hands, we anchor ourselves in the present and create a base from which we can observe thoughts without being swept away.
This stability paves the way for deeper clarity. Tenney recounts a story of a king who traveled to meet a wise teacher and his students, amazed at their happiness. The king asked how they trained to be so joyful, and the teacher explained that they simply knew they were walking when they walked, sitting when they sat, and cleaning when they cleaned. The point was that mindful attention to the ordinary allows freedom from identification with thoughts. This teaching underscores that mindfulness isn’t a complicated new skill but a return to the natural awareness of what we are doing in the present. When we practice resting in bodily presence, moments of stillness arise effortlessly, much like snow settling in a shaken globe. The mind becomes clear not through effort or suppression of thought but through gentle observation, allowing mental clutter to dissolve on its own.
Tenney further emphasizes that peace is always available when we stop seeking escape in external circumstances. Using the metaphor of vacations, he explains how many people believe happiness awaits them in getaways or perfect moments. Yet often, those vacations are stressful, costly, and disappointing. He proposes instead that the most nourishing 'vacation' can be taken daily: simply lying in bed before sleep, tuning into the rise and fall of breath, the feel of the sheets, or the weight of the body. This short ritual, he suggests, becomes a 'meta habit,' one that gradually transforms the way we live. Instead of needing to flee life to rest, we can find a sanctuary of peace within, accessible at any moment.
Another transformative insight in "The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness" is the recognition that happiness is not a distant goal but something present in the ordinary moments of life. People often postpone joy by imagining it belongs to some future achievement - being older, wealthier, in love, or promoted. Even in daily tasks, we condition happiness on reaching the next activity. Tenney challenges this mindset by asking us to consider how much of life is composed of 'ordinary' moments - perhaps 95 percent. If we only allow happiness in the small fraction of extraordinary moments, we waste most of our lives waiting. Instead, he invites us to turn daily routines like brushing teeth or washing dishes into mindful practices, noticing sensations, smells, textures, and sounds. By doing so, we realize that contentment isn’t confined to milestones or highlights; it is woven into the fabric of the mundane, if only we pay attention.
Tenney also explores the nature of suffering, describing it as a mental construction rather than an unavoidable condition. Through the story of an actress hypnotized into believing she was unhappy, he demonstrates how suffering is often a role we play without realizing it. Pain, he acknowledges, is real and unavoidable - touching something hot will always produce a pain signal. But suffering, the mental story we attach to pain, is optional. The difference lies in how we relate to our desires and aversions. Instead of identifying with every urge or impulse, we can observe them as temporary phenomena. By shifting from 'I have an itch' to 'There is an itch,' for example, we create space between ourselves and our desires. This practice reveals that we are not defined by our impulses; rather, we are the awareness that observes them.
This realization points to Tenney’s deeper message: that beneath all the stories of the ego lies a stable, unchanging awareness - the true self. He compares this awareness to a movie screen unaffected by the drama projected onto it. Thoughts, emotions, and external events may fluctuate, but awareness itself remains constant. By resting in this observing presence, we discover that our identity is not the restless narrator in our heads but the stillness beneath it. This awareness is immune to criticism, failure, or success; it simply is. Practicing mindful self-awareness helps us return to this truth, shifting from identification with the ego to recognition of the deeper self. Tenney encourages readers to test this directly by sitting quietly, noticing thoughts and emotions, and then asking, 'Who is aware of these?' Experiencing that awareness firsthand is more powerful than any theoretical explanation.
Ultimately, the central lesson of "The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness" is that unconditional happiness doesn’t depend on external conditions. It arises from cultivating the capacity to be present, to observe thoughts and desires without entanglement, and to rest in the awareness that underlies them. By training ourselves to meet each moment without judgment, we loosen the grip of suffering and rediscover the simple joy of being. Ordinary activities, once overlooked, become gateways to peace. Negative emotions, once overwhelming, become opportunities for compassion and clarity. Even desires and impulses lose their power when we recognize that we are not defined by them.
In conclusion, Matt Tenney’s "The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness" offers a gentle yet radical invitation: to stop chasing happiness in the future and instead uncover it in the present moment. Through parables, practical exercises, and clear insights, he shows how we can move beyond the hypnosis of constant thought and ego-driven striving, into a state of mindful awareness where peace is always available. By resting in our true self - the quiet observer beneath all experience - we find a source of happiness that is unconditional, enduring, and entirely within reach.
Tenney illustrates this shift through a classic parable of a farmer whose neighbor continually labels events as fortunate or unfortunate. Each time, the farmer calmly responds, 'Who can say what is good or bad?' The story demonstrates that experiences are not inherently positive or negative; it is our judgments about them, based on imagined outcomes, that give them meaning. This realization highlights how powerfully thoughts shape our reality. Many people, recognizing this, attempt to replace negative thoughts with positive ones, but Tenney warns against this approach. Simply substituting one thought for another doesn’t resolve the deeper issue - it keeps us trapped in the cycle of identifying with thought. Instead, he advocates learning to observe thoughts with detachment, recognizing them as passing phenomena rather than truths we must obey. The foundation for this practice, he suggests, is building stability through body awareness. By noticing sensations like the weight of our body in a chair or the feel of our hands, we anchor ourselves in the present and create a base from which we can observe thoughts without being swept away.
This stability paves the way for deeper clarity. Tenney recounts a story of a king who traveled to meet a wise teacher and his students, amazed at their happiness. The king asked how they trained to be so joyful, and the teacher explained that they simply knew they were walking when they walked, sitting when they sat, and cleaning when they cleaned. The point was that mindful attention to the ordinary allows freedom from identification with thoughts. This teaching underscores that mindfulness isn’t a complicated new skill but a return to the natural awareness of what we are doing in the present. When we practice resting in bodily presence, moments of stillness arise effortlessly, much like snow settling in a shaken globe. The mind becomes clear not through effort or suppression of thought but through gentle observation, allowing mental clutter to dissolve on its own.
Tenney further emphasizes that peace is always available when we stop seeking escape in external circumstances. Using the metaphor of vacations, he explains how many people believe happiness awaits them in getaways or perfect moments. Yet often, those vacations are stressful, costly, and disappointing. He proposes instead that the most nourishing 'vacation' can be taken daily: simply lying in bed before sleep, tuning into the rise and fall of breath, the feel of the sheets, or the weight of the body. This short ritual, he suggests, becomes a 'meta habit,' one that gradually transforms the way we live. Instead of needing to flee life to rest, we can find a sanctuary of peace within, accessible at any moment.
Another transformative insight in "The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness" is the recognition that happiness is not a distant goal but something present in the ordinary moments of life. People often postpone joy by imagining it belongs to some future achievement - being older, wealthier, in love, or promoted. Even in daily tasks, we condition happiness on reaching the next activity. Tenney challenges this mindset by asking us to consider how much of life is composed of 'ordinary' moments - perhaps 95 percent. If we only allow happiness in the small fraction of extraordinary moments, we waste most of our lives waiting. Instead, he invites us to turn daily routines like brushing teeth or washing dishes into mindful practices, noticing sensations, smells, textures, and sounds. By doing so, we realize that contentment isn’t confined to milestones or highlights; it is woven into the fabric of the mundane, if only we pay attention.
Tenney also explores the nature of suffering, describing it as a mental construction rather than an unavoidable condition. Through the story of an actress hypnotized into believing she was unhappy, he demonstrates how suffering is often a role we play without realizing it. Pain, he acknowledges, is real and unavoidable - touching something hot will always produce a pain signal. But suffering, the mental story we attach to pain, is optional. The difference lies in how we relate to our desires and aversions. Instead of identifying with every urge or impulse, we can observe them as temporary phenomena. By shifting from 'I have an itch' to 'There is an itch,' for example, we create space between ourselves and our desires. This practice reveals that we are not defined by our impulses; rather, we are the awareness that observes them.
This realization points to Tenney’s deeper message: that beneath all the stories of the ego lies a stable, unchanging awareness - the true self. He compares this awareness to a movie screen unaffected by the drama projected onto it. Thoughts, emotions, and external events may fluctuate, but awareness itself remains constant. By resting in this observing presence, we discover that our identity is not the restless narrator in our heads but the stillness beneath it. This awareness is immune to criticism, failure, or success; it simply is. Practicing mindful self-awareness helps us return to this truth, shifting from identification with the ego to recognition of the deeper self. Tenney encourages readers to test this directly by sitting quietly, noticing thoughts and emotions, and then asking, 'Who is aware of these?' Experiencing that awareness firsthand is more powerful than any theoretical explanation.
Ultimately, the central lesson of "The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness" is that unconditional happiness doesn’t depend on external conditions. It arises from cultivating the capacity to be present, to observe thoughts and desires without entanglement, and to rest in the awareness that underlies them. By training ourselves to meet each moment without judgment, we loosen the grip of suffering and rediscover the simple joy of being. Ordinary activities, once overlooked, become gateways to peace. Negative emotions, once overwhelming, become opportunities for compassion and clarity. Even desires and impulses lose their power when we recognize that we are not defined by them.
In conclusion, Matt Tenney’s "The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness" offers a gentle yet radical invitation: to stop chasing happiness in the future and instead uncover it in the present moment. Through parables, practical exercises, and clear insights, he shows how we can move beyond the hypnosis of constant thought and ego-driven striving, into a state of mindful awareness where peace is always available. By resting in our true self - the quiet observer beneath all experience - we find a source of happiness that is unconditional, enduring, and entirely within reach.
April 21, 2025
Overall this read was worth it! There were some easily-implemented tools that I’ve been incorporating into daily life and have found helpful in moving past anxious or generally unproductive thoughts. Some of it echoed therapy tools I’ve heard of or used, though it is always helpful to hear them again or from a different perspective. I did wonder how universally applicable this is, or if it assumes that one’s basic needs are met (can 95% of one’s life really become blissful contentment if they don’t have access to food, shelter, etc?) Disclaimer: I haven’t put the full practice into action as I’ve just finished the book, but I could see some people greatly benefitting from the tools it provides.
October 25, 2025
Are you ready to learn how to calm your anxiety
and be more aware of yourself — and the people around you?
The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness
Read it or listen — either way, it just hits different.
and be more aware of yourself — and the people around you?
The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness
Read it or listen — either way, it just hits different.
July 3, 2025
This small yet impactful book offers a gentle introduction to the power of mindfulness. Through simple but effective exercises, it helps readers truly understand what it means to be present. The book beautifully emphasizes the importance of living in the moment, being aware of our thoughts and surroundings, and cultivating compassion—for ourselves and for others. It is a thoughtful read that invites quiet reflection and daily practice.
February 20, 2025
I couldn’t have read this book at a better point in my life. On the path of happiness and knowing my worth, I’ve been pushing myself to find a deeper connection with my thoughts & self-love. It can be quite hard to silence your thoughts, especially when juggling all that life throws at you. Motherhood has encouraged me to find the best version of myself & really focus on being present with my family.
This book has motivated me to keep traveling down the path I’m on & find time to sit in silence a few times a day. I’m looking forward to the Ultimate Vacation and clearing my mind, in hopes of more blissful nights of sleep.
This book has motivated me to keep traveling down the path I’m on & find time to sit in silence a few times a day. I’m looking forward to the Ultimate Vacation and clearing my mind, in hopes of more blissful nights of sleep.
May 18, 2025
Motivational and inspirational
Motivated me to live my life in a more preset and purposeful way. Easy to read and simple exercises that changed my life. Which is a saying a lot since I read a lot of "life changing" books. Thank you Matt Tenney for writing this book. Hope many more read it and practice mindful self-awareness.
Motivated me to live my life in a more preset and purposeful way. Easy to read and simple exercises that changed my life. Which is a saying a lot since I read a lot of "life changing" books. Thank you Matt Tenney for writing this book. Hope many more read it and practice mindful self-awareness.
September 8, 2025
Okay book - mostly a really long ad for his website/channels
The content has some good reminders/ideas but is generally very repetitive and somewhat redundant. I found the frequent reminders to use his website or watch his channels of putting as an obvious grab for followers. A book should not include multiple requests to provide Amazon reviews like this one does.
The content has some good reminders/ideas but is generally very repetitive and somewhat redundant. I found the frequent reminders to use his website or watch his channels of putting as an obvious grab for followers. A book should not include multiple requests to provide Amazon reviews like this one does.
February 27, 2025
A new way of thinking
Matt Tenney did a wonderful job of presenting ways to practice self-awareness mindfully in pretty much any situation you could find yourself in. I appreciated learning this new way of thinking and have been thoroughly enjoying implementing what I’ve learned.
Matt Tenney did a wonderful job of presenting ways to practice self-awareness mindfully in pretty much any situation you could find yourself in. I appreciated learning this new way of thinking and have been thoroughly enjoying implementing what I’ve learned.
May 10, 2025
Chapter 1- boastful. He says it’s not, but it is.
Chapter 2- contemplating suicide is not a joke and you shouldn’t start a new chapter with ‘as you can imagine my prayers went unanswered’
Also, if you wanted to make others lives better in prison, it’s only because you wanted to manipulate them into being nice to you and not ‘fighting’ or being mean to you or having the guards think you’re not a threat.
Chapter 3-4 years is not enough to be a monk. Get off your high horse. If it was 4 years of amazing time and changed your life, you should have became a monk and not go into ‘the real world’ to make money and have several businesses without actually providing help.
Chapter 4- talks all about making books and company after company and went into ‘why I wrote this book’ IN CHAPTER 4.
Said he can literally ‘feel’ the suffering of millions of Americans after reading a census about the world happiness. If he didn’t read that, would he still feel the ‘suffering’? He said he allowed the suffering to be experienced deeply for a few minutes after the election. Why bring politics into a self awareness book?
Book seems like a way to make money. Four books in and several businesses isn’t enough for him.
I read 4 chapters and was not given any useful information on how to stop overthinking, clear your mind, and be happy. 4 chapters in and I will NOT be finishing this book. It’s not helpful.
Definitely would NOT read this ever or recommend it to anyone.
Chapter 2- contemplating suicide is not a joke and you shouldn’t start a new chapter with ‘as you can imagine my prayers went unanswered’
Also, if you wanted to make others lives better in prison, it’s only because you wanted to manipulate them into being nice to you and not ‘fighting’ or being mean to you or having the guards think you’re not a threat.
Chapter 3-4 years is not enough to be a monk. Get off your high horse. If it was 4 years of amazing time and changed your life, you should have became a monk and not go into ‘the real world’ to make money and have several businesses without actually providing help.
Chapter 4- talks all about making books and company after company and went into ‘why I wrote this book’ IN CHAPTER 4.
Said he can literally ‘feel’ the suffering of millions of Americans after reading a census about the world happiness. If he didn’t read that, would he still feel the ‘suffering’? He said he allowed the suffering to be experienced deeply for a few minutes after the election. Why bring politics into a self awareness book?
Book seems like a way to make money. Four books in and several businesses isn’t enough for him.
I read 4 chapters and was not given any useful information on how to stop overthinking, clear your mind, and be happy. 4 chapters in and I will NOT be finishing this book. It’s not helpful.
Definitely would NOT read this ever or recommend it to anyone.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 6, 2025
The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness is an engaging guide to understanding and practicing mindfulness in a way that feels both transformative and approachable.
In recent years, interest in mindfulness and meditation has grown significantly, but many people find it challenging to maintain the habit. We often feel as though we are “failing” at the practice or find ourselves overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, and negative thought patterns, making it difficult to dedicate time to our practice.
Tenney addresses these common challenges directly, providing a straightforward, step-by-step process that anyone can adopt to enjoy the many benefits mindfulness offers.
What truly sets this book apart is Tenney's personal narrative, which is woven throughout its pages.
His extraordinary life journey—from spending time in prison to living as a monk and now as a socially conscious entrepreneur—adds depth, authenticity, and inspiration to his teachings. His storytelling is engaging and illustrates the transformative power of mindfulness when applied in real-world situations.
Readers will find this book both practical and uplifting. It is ideal for anyone seeking to break free from the overwhelm of stress and self-doubt and begin experiencing the lasting peace and clarity that mindfulness can provide.
In recent years, interest in mindfulness and meditation has grown significantly, but many people find it challenging to maintain the habit. We often feel as though we are “failing” at the practice or find ourselves overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, and negative thought patterns, making it difficult to dedicate time to our practice.
Tenney addresses these common challenges directly, providing a straightforward, step-by-step process that anyone can adopt to enjoy the many benefits mindfulness offers.
What truly sets this book apart is Tenney's personal narrative, which is woven throughout its pages.
His extraordinary life journey—from spending time in prison to living as a monk and now as a socially conscious entrepreneur—adds depth, authenticity, and inspiration to his teachings. His storytelling is engaging and illustrates the transformative power of mindfulness when applied in real-world situations.
Readers will find this book both practical and uplifting. It is ideal for anyone seeking to break free from the overwhelm of stress and self-doubt and begin experiencing the lasting peace and clarity that mindfulness can provide.
April 4, 2025
**A Helpful Guide, But Not Life-Changing** ⭐⭐⭐
I appreciate Mr. Tenney’s honesty in sharing his journey and insights in *The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness*. His recommendations for overcoming overthinking and quieting the "monkey mind" were helpful, especially for someone like me who has struggled with meditation and self-awareness in the past. While I’m far from perfect at it, I found the book to be informative and applicable to my daily life.
Reading this book came at the right time for me. Lately, I’ve been working on self-love and being more present, especially as a parent. It’s not always easy to silence my thoughts when juggling everything life throws my way, but this book gave me motivation to keep trying. It encouraged me to find moments of stillness throughout the day, and I’m hopeful that with continued practice, I’ll experience more mental clarity and restful nights.
That being said, while the book offered useful advice, it didn’t feel particularly groundbreaking. Much of the content echoed ideas I’ve encountered before in mindfulness and self-help books. Still, if you’re looking for a straightforward and encouraging guide to self-awareness, this is a solid starting point.
I appreciate Mr. Tenney’s honesty in sharing his journey and insights in *The Magic of Mindful Self-Awareness*. His recommendations for overcoming overthinking and quieting the "monkey mind" were helpful, especially for someone like me who has struggled with meditation and self-awareness in the past. While I’m far from perfect at it, I found the book to be informative and applicable to my daily life.
Reading this book came at the right time for me. Lately, I’ve been working on self-love and being more present, especially as a parent. It’s not always easy to silence my thoughts when juggling everything life throws my way, but this book gave me motivation to keep trying. It encouraged me to find moments of stillness throughout the day, and I’m hopeful that with continued practice, I’ll experience more mental clarity and restful nights.
That being said, while the book offered useful advice, it didn’t feel particularly groundbreaking. Much of the content echoed ideas I’ve encountered before in mindfulness and self-help books. Still, if you’re looking for a straightforward and encouraging guide to self-awareness, this is a solid starting point.
April 1, 2025
I listened to this book and found it very informative. I appreciate Mr. Tenney's honesty about how he got to the intent of his sharing the insights and recommendations in this book. I'll be honest I've tried to do meditation or practice self-awareness in the past and struggle to get past those struggle of continued thoughts or what some refer to as the monkey mind. However, the recommendations in this book helped resolve some of those challenges. I'm not perfect yet, but I found the information to be applicable and informative.
The only challenge I had was the audio book is relaxing and the author who reads the book helps you just just calm down, which is a good thing; however, I generally listen to audio books during my commute. Seriously, it's a good read and isn't overwhelming with useless details or other fluff.
The only challenge I had was the audio book is relaxing and the author who reads the book helps you just just calm down, which is a good thing; however, I generally listen to audio books during my commute. Seriously, it's a good read and isn't overwhelming with useless details or other fluff.
August 28, 2025
Thank you for writing this book!
As a person that suffers from anxiety, and I don’t even know why. Putting a name to my fears will be a game changer for me. Living in the present, with whoever I’m with, to show compassion and make them happy really causes my focus to be on others and not myself. I’m anxious to apply these truths to my life daily. Thank you!
As a person that suffers from anxiety, and I don’t even know why. Putting a name to my fears will be a game changer for me. Living in the present, with whoever I’m with, to show compassion and make them happy really causes my focus to be on others and not myself. I’m anxious to apply these truths to my life daily. Thank you!
August 20, 2025
This perfectly written book is about:
a) letting go of comparative thinking,
b) being fully present in each moment, without labeling experiences as good or bad,
which provide you being happy all the time.
a) letting go of comparative thinking,
b) being fully present in each moment, without labeling experiences as good or bad,
which provide you being happy all the time.
November 19, 2025
I like the ideas in it, but I wish they were more developed and explained more. I try to practice mindful self-awareness as described but it’s hard, and I think this book could have included some “troubleshooting tips.” Overall good, though, and helpful in quieting my mind.
January 2, 2026
Read This!
For the last several years, it’s been a goal of mine to read a set number of self improvement books each year. I’m always trying to improve myself and become a better person. This one has been the most enlightening and inspiring out of all of the books I’ve read this year. I highly recommend that you add this to your reading list.
For the last several years, it’s been a goal of mine to read a set number of self improvement books each year. I’m always trying to improve myself and become a better person. This one has been the most enlightening and inspiring out of all of the books I’ve read this year. I highly recommend that you add this to your reading list.
May 19, 2025
decent book. decent primer on the topic. worthy of recommending to clients who are new to the topic.
September 8, 2025
Actionable Techniques
I appreciate the authors effort to improve the reader’s life. The book will help those that go looking for it.
I appreciate the authors effort to improve the reader’s life. The book will help those that go looking for it.
September 16, 2025
Some good messages but lowkey an advertisement for the authors practices
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October 20, 2025this is an easy book to read.
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