Ten Steps to Finding Happy: A Guide to Permanent Satisfaction

by Selene Castrovilla

We’re all human, sharing a planet and trying to get by. We’re all looking for happy. Why is it so hard to find? Ten Steps to Finding Happy navigates your soul. Each step comes with simple, specific actions—not vague mumbo-jumbo or convoluted language. This is a straightforward path to happiness, delivered to you by a writer, a psychologist and 24 experts. Award-winning author Selene Castrovilla tackles the emotional perspective, peppered with personal anecdotes and honest admissions. In the sections titled From the Doctor’s Desk, Dr. Lindsay S. Weisner offers logical, research-based, psychologist-approved information that will provide the PROOF for which lovers of reason thirst. Read both, and figure out what moves you more, your mind or your heart. There is no right or wrong answer. BONUS! In the A Note From the Expert segments, guest writers deep dive into their professions, providing clear information and scientific evidence backing up this ten-step process. Isn’t time to be on your way to happy? Advance praise for Ten Steps to Finding "I loved this book! It's jam-packed with fun, feasible, and inspirational ideas, quotes, tips, strategies, and stories that will help any reader break out of the rut they've been stuck in and find happiness in their daily lives.” —Carla Naumburg, PhD, clinical social worker and author of How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t With Your Kids "If you’re looking for a fun and accessible guide to taking concrete steps to find happiness starting today, look no further." - Patrick J. McGinnis, host of FOMO Sapiens podcast and author of The 10% Live Your Startup Dream Without Quitting Your Day Job "Anyone who struggles with feeling fulfilled in daily life ( anyone) can benefit from reading this book. Highly recommend!" -Dr. Samantha Rodman, founder of drpsychmom.com and author of 52 Emails to Transform Your Marriage and How To Talk To Your Kids About Your Divorce. “These credentialed ladies will give you a book chock-full of research (why and how) and tons of motivation to get to feeling better in an easy to read book. Yes, I said a self-help book you will actually read. Not just donate next year.” —Tasha Jackson Fitzgerald, MA, MFT

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help

268 pages, Paperback

Published July 9, 2022

About the author

Hi everyone! I'm a lifelong book lover, and when I was a kid, books saved my life. I was so lonely, but when I held a book and travelled to the place where those characters lived, I was somewhere else, where I had friends. I recently encountered a character like me, Abigail, in TELL ME WHAT HAPPENED by Chelsea Sedoti.
Isn't it exciting to find a piece of yourself in a book?

There's a piece of myself in all of my books, no matter the genre. Yes, I write in several genres, much to the dismay of my editors and, often, to myself. But I love literature, and my muse cannot be confined to one type of story. And no matter the "label", all books have humanity in common. I write about humanity. I want to understand the un-understandable. I want to explore dark thoughts and darker intentions. I want to know why people hurt each other.
And while the rational part of me knows this is impossible, the irrational writer part of me keeps trying, one manuscript at a time.

My goal is to connect with your hearts!

Please visit https://linktr.ee/selenecastrovilla.

Reviews

[Eileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Now more than ever, it is important to focus on emotional health. Are you struggling to find your happiness? Then this book is for you. Follow a writer, a psychologist and 24 experts as they unlock the keys to finding your happiness. I found this book easy to understand, the steps easy to follow and the ideas applicable to what we are all experiencing right now as we transition to our new normal. I highly recommend this book!

[Jesse Velez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Would recommend

I thought it was interesting and helpful. Addressed the common themes of unhappiness, and how we go wrong. Life examples that really make you think about life, it's finite, and why to care about enjoying it. One line I loved, "you have two choices, to be happy or unhappy. I just think being happy feels better" (paraphrased a bit), but simple and true.

[Lindsay Weisner · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great, easy, helpful, read!

[Leslie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is truly a roadmap to exploring and finding your own happiness. I’ve never before thought about how to go about finding happiness, but this book helped me not only consider it but lay down steps to find self satisfaction and happiness. The concrete actions along with the anecdotes made it easy to read and set my goals in motion. I could not recommend this book more and encourage everyone to read it!

[Angelia Andrews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read! I was immediately intrigued by the wealth of knowledge and various perspectives on achieving happiness shared in 10 Steps. I describe myself as a happy, positive person. Finding Happy helped me recognize behaviors that could be managed differently to not only enhance my happiness, but to sustain it! Definitely worthy of praise!

[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun, witty read with practical advice anyone can start putting into practice right away! Love all the “concrete actions”. Definitely a book to keep on your nightstand even after you’ve finished it.

[Caroline Lynch · Rating 5 out of 5]

I never really considered my own happiness before reading this book. I was always concerned with making sure the people in my life were happy, even if that cost me my own happiness. I thought anything else would make me selfish. This book taught me that it's okay to be a little selfish sometimes and put yourself first. After reading this book, I stopped and really evaluated my situation and what would make me happy. I'm now making some major life changes, so thank you Selene & Lindsay!

[Brian Reinthaler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally, a personal development book anyone can relate to!

Selene & Lindsay have crafted and curated stories, techniques and wisdom from real-world practitioners of all backgrounds (like me!), whose day-to-day work is helping actual human beings find actual peace, motivation, contentment, and yes, even happiness.

Whether you're seeking your life's work, trying to start a new habit that will propel you to the "next level," or just looking for a "life hack" that will grant you outsized benefits from even a small investment of time and energy, this book is a must-read!

[Gregg Abbate · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an outstanding self development book on finding happiness. If you're looking for an easy, insightful read that will make you think and could change the way you look at life then this is your book.

[Erin Mendoza · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a breath of fresh air. In a relatable, entertaining, light-hearted way, it offers the reader a concrete roadmap to a more fulfilling and happier life. Without pretense or jargon, Ten Steps to Finding Happy, serves up research-backed moves that anyone can make (no gimmicks required). The different perspectives, quotes, and illustrations kept me engaged from start to finish. This book is everything you need, and nothing you don’t…it’s like the best of 20 different books wrapped up into one. A true unicorn in the self-help world. Highly recommended.

[Betsy Bollen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book! From the Experts scholarly notes to the practical, easy to put into practice Concrete Actions, this book really did help me find my happy! I would highly recommend!

[Samantha Rodman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read for anyone who struggles with fulfillment day to day (read: everyone). Concrete examples and an easy, interesting read. Will recommend to my therapy clients!

[Jennifer Boyd · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a good read. I learned a lot and was able to use it as a discussion with my friend and to help them. I couldn’t put it down because I was so intrigued by it.