Most of All, They Taught Me Happiness

by Robert Muller

A U.N. diplomat reflects on the nature of life and happiness, sharing anecdotes about his own experiences and the personal philosophies of such men as U Thant and Pablo Casals

Genres: Self Help

215 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1978

Reviews

[Dana Reynolds · Rating 4 out of 5]

Though there are times when Muller sounds Pollyanna - ish, he still articulates a practical philosophy so needed in these dark, cynical times. As one who has been a lifelong pessimist, this book went a long way to call that worldview into question. Muller's basic message is that finding happiness is a choice each of us makes and that there are so many reasons to choose happiness over despair. Not only that, but that the preponderance of the evidence points toward a happy countenance, it is just that the pessimist can't or won't see it that way. A glass that is filled halfway is just that. We bring our own viewpoint and bias to say how full or empty it is.

[John Mcjohnnyman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is such a beautiful book. Muller's philosophy of optimism and general outlook on life is very similar to my own, but never have I encountered it articulated so simply and wonderfully. Although the "choose to be happy" mantra of the book may sound naive at first, there is immense depth behind it that will hopefully surprise and inspire you.