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The Alphabet of Happiness
What does it take to live a happier life? Discover your path to fulfillment with The Alphabet of Happiness, a real, refreshing, science-backed guide to living a more joyful life. Inspired by Klaudia Mitura’s award-winning podcast, The Happiness Challenge, this invaluable book combines expert insights with hands-on ideas to build happiness in relationships, at work and within your own skin. Weaving surprising science with personal anecdotes and topical examples, each of the 26 alphabet-inspired principles offers easy-to-understand psychology with practical solutions, allowing you to explore and apply these insights in any order, step-by-step, to achieve genuine positive transformation in your life. Perfect for self-reflectors and go-getters alike, The Alphabet of Happiness is a must-read for anyone ready to take small but powerful steps toward a happier life.
336 pages, Paperback
Published November 4, 2025
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May 21, 2025
Have you ever found yourself Googling “how to be happy” at 2am while eating grated cheese out of the packet? This one’s for you babe.
Fans of The Comfort Book (/anything) by Matt Haig are going to love The Alphabet of Happiness. This is one of those books that doesn’t just tell you how to be happy, it helps you to believe you deserve to be. Klaudia Mitura breaks down happiness into bite-sized, science-backed habits, each chapter feels like a gentle nudge from a really emotionally intelligent friend (the kind who sends therapy-grade voice notes and reminds you to drink water) BUT Klaudia brings in all her experience from her professional background AND psychological/scientific insights from a range of Big Brain Baddies, so we are literally living and learning.
Each chapter focuses on a different theme to foster your own happiness, from “Acceptance” (which low-key read me to filth) to “Zest,” this A–Z guide is practical, personal, and deeply validating. Klaudia weaves research, real-life stories, and reflection prompts with such warmth that it feels less like reading a self-help book and more like sitting down for a cuppa with someone who just gets it.
I especially loved how this book gives you permission to be a messy human (I wonder why lol) Not a single toxic positivity platitude in sight. Instead, she offers you tools and not in a “here’s your fix-it kit” kind of way, but a “here’s what I tried and what might help you too” kind of way. Which honestly is magic.
It’s not trying to radically transform your life overnight, it’s giving you tools to notice more joy, more meaning, more ease in the everyday. And in a world that feels increasingly noisy and cynical, that feels like a tiny revolution.
Fans of The Comfort Book (/anything) by Matt Haig are going to love The Alphabet of Happiness. This is one of those books that doesn’t just tell you how to be happy, it helps you to believe you deserve to be. Klaudia Mitura breaks down happiness into bite-sized, science-backed habits, each chapter feels like a gentle nudge from a really emotionally intelligent friend (the kind who sends therapy-grade voice notes and reminds you to drink water) BUT Klaudia brings in all her experience from her professional background AND psychological/scientific insights from a range of Big Brain Baddies, so we are literally living and learning.
Each chapter focuses on a different theme to foster your own happiness, from “Acceptance” (which low-key read me to filth) to “Zest,” this A–Z guide is practical, personal, and deeply validating. Klaudia weaves research, real-life stories, and reflection prompts with such warmth that it feels less like reading a self-help book and more like sitting down for a cuppa with someone who just gets it.
I especially loved how this book gives you permission to be a messy human (I wonder why lol) Not a single toxic positivity platitude in sight. Instead, she offers you tools and not in a “here’s your fix-it kit” kind of way, but a “here’s what I tried and what might help you too” kind of way. Which honestly is magic.
It’s not trying to radically transform your life overnight, it’s giving you tools to notice more joy, more meaning, more ease in the everyday. And in a world that feels increasingly noisy and cynical, that feels like a tiny revolution.
November 23, 2025
ما الذي يجعل الحياة سعيدة؟ الحب، المال، الشهرة؟ وإذا امتلكتَ كل مقومات الحياة السعيدة، فهل يعني ذلك أنك ستبقى سعيدًا دائمًا؟ من ناحية أخرى، هل يمكنك أن تظل راضيًا عن حياتك حتى لو افتقرت إلى تلك الأشياء، أو حتى لو كانت توقعاتك مختلفة تمامًا؟
ماذا يحدث عندما تصل أخيرًا إلى لحظة الكمال التي لطالما حلمت بها، لتجد نفسك لا تزال تعيسًا، قلقًا، أو محبطًا؟ ولماذا تجد نفسك أحيانًا سعيدًا، مرتاحًا، ومفعماً بالسلام الداخلي بشكل مفاجئ عندما تواجه أصعب تحدياتك؟
ماذا عن كل الإعلانات التي توحي بأن شراء الأشياء يجلب السعادة، بينما يقول الخبراء إن السعادة تنبع من الداخل؟ الأمر متروك لنا لنكون مرنين ونجد السعادة حتى في الأوقات الصعبة.
لا عجب أننا نجد السعادة موضوعًا غريبًا جدًا!
فوفرتها - أو نقصها - تؤثر علينا جميعًا، ومع ذلك نادرًا ما نناقشها في الفصول الدراسية، أو اجتماعات العمل، أو حفلات العشاء. لا يحضر أطفالنا دروسًا عن "كيف نكون سعداء في الحياة"، ولا يزال وجود خبير سعادة في مكان العمل أمرًا نادرًا، ودولة واحدة فقط في العالم تقيس نجاحها بناءً على سعادة مواطنيها. نقول إننا، أولًا وقبل كل شيء، نرغب في السعادة، لكننا لا نستطيع تحديد ما نحتاجه لخلق سعادتنا والحفاظ عليها. غالبًا ما نشعر بالخجل من نقص السعادة في حياتنا، فنتجنب النقاشات الصعبة، وندّعي أننا "بخير"، آملين أن نكون سعداء يومًا ما، بالصدفة.
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Mitura Klaudia
The Alphabet Of Happiness
Translated By #Maher_Razouk
ماذا يحدث عندما تصل أخيرًا إلى لحظة الكمال التي لطالما حلمت بها، لتجد نفسك لا تزال تعيسًا، قلقًا، أو محبطًا؟ ولماذا تجد نفسك أحيانًا سعيدًا، مرتاحًا، ومفعماً بالسلام الداخلي بشكل مفاجئ عندما تواجه أصعب تحدياتك؟
ماذا عن كل الإعلانات التي توحي بأن شراء الأشياء يجلب السعادة، بينما يقول الخبراء إن السعادة تنبع من الداخل؟ الأمر متروك لنا لنكون مرنين ونجد السعادة حتى في الأوقات الصعبة.
لا عجب أننا نجد السعادة موضوعًا غريبًا جدًا!
فوفرتها - أو نقصها - تؤثر علينا جميعًا، ومع ذلك نادرًا ما نناقشها في الفصول الدراسية، أو اجتماعات العمل، أو حفلات العشاء. لا يحضر أطفالنا دروسًا عن "كيف نكون سعداء في الحياة"، ولا يزال وجود خبير سعادة في مكان العمل أمرًا نادرًا، ودولة واحدة فقط في العالم تقيس نجاحها بناءً على سعادة مواطنيها. نقول إننا، أولًا وقبل كل شيء، نرغب في السعادة، لكننا لا نستطيع تحديد ما نحتاجه لخلق سعادتنا والحفاظ عليها. غالبًا ما نشعر بالخجل من نقص السعادة في حياتنا، فنتجنب النقاشات الصعبة، وندّعي أننا "بخير"، آملين أن نكون سعداء يومًا ما، بالصدفة.
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Mitura Klaudia
The Alphabet Of Happiness
Translated By #Maher_Razouk
May 26, 2025
An Insightful Guide to Everyday Joy
The Alphabet of Happiness by Klaudia Mitura is a beautiful book that blends positive psychology with heartfelt storytelling, making it both uplifting and practical. Organised by the letters of the alphabet, each chapter highlights a powerful concept—from Acceptance to Zest—that contributes to living a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
What sets this book apart is its ability to gently nudge you toward transformation without overwhelming you or being ‘preachy’. Mitura draws from scientific research —which I appreciated—while keeping her tone warm and encouraging. One passage that particularly struck me was her reminder that:
“Exposure to nature reduces stress hormones, increases positive emotions such as joy or awe, and relaxes the brain.”
Having been ill for several years, I reconnected with nature during my recovery. Reconnection, especially with wildlife, and investing in myself with regular self-care were fundamental pillars of my recovery.
She deepens this with insights into ‘forest bathing’ —again, something that resonated strongly with me and a reminder to get back out into the forest that wraps around my home town:
“Studies in Japan on ‘forest bathing’ show a decrease in heart rates, blood pressure, and the levels of stress hormones when people spend time in forests. It has even been discovered that our immune system’s cell production increases in the woods!”
My well-being is tied to the natural world and simple habits—like spending time outdoors—can make a profound difference. Note to self: I need to do it more consistently.
The book also dives into motivation and self-growth. One empowering insight reads:
“Connect with your future self to overcome procrastination.”
It’s a simple yet powerful tool that reframes how we relate to our goals and time. And it ties beautifully with the quote Mitura includes from Abraham Lincoln:
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.”
I will use this to envision where I want to be in 3 years and make it happen!
Even challenges are met with optimism. In one of my favourite lines, Mitura writes:
“Uncertainty invites creativity, innovation, and learning into our lives.”
Rather than fearing the unknown, Mitura encourages us to embrace it as a gateway to possibility. This concept is familiar and has been a strength throughout my career.
The Alphabet of Happiness isn’t just a book—it’s a companion on your growth journey. Perfect for dipping into one letter at a time or reading cover to cover, it’s filled with reminders that happiness is attainable and something we can actively nurture.
Highly recommended for anyone looking to infuse more joy, positivity and purpose into their daily life.
The Alphabet of Happiness by Klaudia Mitura is a beautiful book that blends positive psychology with heartfelt storytelling, making it both uplifting and practical. Organised by the letters of the alphabet, each chapter highlights a powerful concept—from Acceptance to Zest—that contributes to living a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
What sets this book apart is its ability to gently nudge you toward transformation without overwhelming you or being ‘preachy’. Mitura draws from scientific research —which I appreciated—while keeping her tone warm and encouraging. One passage that particularly struck me was her reminder that:
“Exposure to nature reduces stress hormones, increases positive emotions such as joy or awe, and relaxes the brain.”
Having been ill for several years, I reconnected with nature during my recovery. Reconnection, especially with wildlife, and investing in myself with regular self-care were fundamental pillars of my recovery.
She deepens this with insights into ‘forest bathing’ —again, something that resonated strongly with me and a reminder to get back out into the forest that wraps around my home town:
“Studies in Japan on ‘forest bathing’ show a decrease in heart rates, blood pressure, and the levels of stress hormones when people spend time in forests. It has even been discovered that our immune system’s cell production increases in the woods!”
My well-being is tied to the natural world and simple habits—like spending time outdoors—can make a profound difference. Note to self: I need to do it more consistently.
The book also dives into motivation and self-growth. One empowering insight reads:
“Connect with your future self to overcome procrastination.”
It’s a simple yet powerful tool that reframes how we relate to our goals and time. And it ties beautifully with the quote Mitura includes from Abraham Lincoln:
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.”
I will use this to envision where I want to be in 3 years and make it happen!
Even challenges are met with optimism. In one of my favourite lines, Mitura writes:
“Uncertainty invites creativity, innovation, and learning into our lives.”
Rather than fearing the unknown, Mitura encourages us to embrace it as a gateway to possibility. This concept is familiar and has been a strength throughout my career.
The Alphabet of Happiness isn’t just a book—it’s a companion on your growth journey. Perfect for dipping into one letter at a time or reading cover to cover, it’s filled with reminders that happiness is attainable and something we can actively nurture.
Highly recommended for anyone looking to infuse more joy, positivity and purpose into their daily life.
July 31, 2025
This book is an amazing, well written, often funny and always useful guide to the Science of Happiness.
Based on the knowledge gained from her wonderful podcast (The Happiness Challenge), Klaudia Mitura has neatly summarised what she has learnt over the 5 seasons into 26 easily digestable chapters. Moving from 'A for Acceptance' to 'Z for Zest' each one is a little gem of wisdom and there will surely be a nugget for everyone.
What struck me initially was the opening chapter - which explains why we have been getting happiness all wrong. Our capitalist society constantly tells you to buy this, or achieve that and then you will be happy? But to keep the wheels moving it needs to keep us in a state of unhappiness to then buy the next thing. I was blown away by the explanation that actually, focusing on being happier first leads to more joy and success in life - because well of course!!
This book isn't fluffy, and doesn't talk down to you, or blind you with too much info. Instead it delves into the authors journey exploring the scientific basis of different areas that all add up to an toolbox of ways to increase happiness in your life. Why practicing gratitude 'rewires your brain', or why really you are just an output of your daily habits, and how to edit these to make your day-to-day just that little bit more positive.
Highly recommend for anyone looking to understand and add a little bit more positivity into your life and those around you.
Based on the knowledge gained from her wonderful podcast (The Happiness Challenge), Klaudia Mitura has neatly summarised what she has learnt over the 5 seasons into 26 easily digestable chapters. Moving from 'A for Acceptance' to 'Z for Zest' each one is a little gem of wisdom and there will surely be a nugget for everyone.
What struck me initially was the opening chapter - which explains why we have been getting happiness all wrong. Our capitalist society constantly tells you to buy this, or achieve that and then you will be happy? But to keep the wheels moving it needs to keep us in a state of unhappiness to then buy the next thing. I was blown away by the explanation that actually, focusing on being happier first leads to more joy and success in life - because well of course!!
This book isn't fluffy, and doesn't talk down to you, or blind you with too much info. Instead it delves into the authors journey exploring the scientific basis of different areas that all add up to an toolbox of ways to increase happiness in your life. Why practicing gratitude 'rewires your brain', or why really you are just an output of your daily habits, and how to edit these to make your day-to-day just that little bit more positive.
Highly recommend for anyone looking to understand and add a little bit more positivity into your life and those around you.
May 19, 2025
I wasn't entirely sure what to expect from this book, or how many useful new tools I'd find, but I found one truly inspiring and powerful one nestled within the Gratitude chapter. In fact, I found several useful tools within this book, and it’s truly a book for everyone. It’s divided into chapters from A-Z and you can easily jump from one chapter to another, depending how you feel when you pick up the book. I find this particularly nice, as many self-help style books feel like a text book that has to be read in order, with lessons and structure – it’s all too much like school. I found it useful to reach first for the chapter title that you’re most familiar and comfortable with – it won’t seem overwhelming, but I’m almost certain you’ll learn something new. Then you can branch out to new ideas and build your very own toolkit for happiness.
May 20, 2025
Running your own business is incredibly rewarding, but it’s also a constant juggle. That’s why I loved The Alphabet of Happiness by Klaudia Mitura. It’s a bright, engaging guide to well-being that offers practical ways to bring more meaning, joy, and balance into both life and work.
Each chapter is based on a letter, A for Acceptance, B for Boundaries, E for Empathy, F for Freedom, even X for X-Factor, blending insight, humour, and a bit of psychology without ever feeling heavy.
This isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about grabbing life, flaws and all, and showing up with a little more awareness and kindness. A refreshing, useful read I’ll be recommending, especially to fellow business owners who are balancing a lot.
Each chapter is based on a letter, A for Acceptance, B for Boundaries, E for Empathy, F for Freedom, even X for X-Factor, blending insight, humour, and a bit of psychology without ever feeling heavy.
This isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about grabbing life, flaws and all, and showing up with a little more awareness and kindness. A refreshing, useful read I’ll be recommending, especially to fellow business owners who are balancing a lot.
May 19, 2025
This is my kind of book.
Acceptance, boundaries, courage, dreams, empathy, freedom, gratitude, and so on. The author encourages us to read which ever chapter we wish first and go from there. There are tools to help us along the way which I found to be good. It’s just a lovely light book, which gives hope for happiness.
A must for any one seeking self help, kindness and positivity.
Many thanks to team @literallyPR for my copy in exchange for an honest review.
Acceptance, boundaries, courage, dreams, empathy, freedom, gratitude, and so on. The author encourages us to read which ever chapter we wish first and go from there. There are tools to help us along the way which I found to be good. It’s just a lovely light book, which gives hope for happiness.
A must for any one seeking self help, kindness and positivity.
Many thanks to team @literallyPR for my copy in exchange for an honest review.
June 13, 2025
An excellent, science-backed window into happiness. There are top tips, of course, but also heart-warming stories and some great humour from the author. It's a book I'll dip into time and time again.
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