Happy for No Reason

A veteran Chicken Soup author and law-of-attraction proponent offers the conceptual framework and habits necessary to be happy from the inside out. Combining tasteful research summaries with the case histories and practices of many individuals and cultures, she offers a seven-step plan to boost one's happiness level and provide more satisfaction and control in every part of life. Shimoff's appealing speaking voice has a combination of confidence and humility. Aided by other voices that handle the case study monologues and segment transitions, she holds one's attention without distracting one from the author's wisdom and intentions. The resulting balance of well-organized ideas, humanitarian conviction, and exceptional care in crafting these performances makes this an empowering guide to developing consistent and resilient happiness. T.W. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award, 2009 Audies Finalist (c) AudioFile 2009, Portland, Maine

A prolific inspirational author and power-of-intention proponent lists 21 happiness principles she learned from interviews with 100 consistently happy people. Referencing many cutting-edge researchers, she shows how each of us has a physiological happiness set point that we can adjust. Taking control of one's set point from within, instead of waiting for external circumstances to change, creates an optimistic force that makes life enjoyable and full of hope that life's potentials can be realized. Eliza Foss was a perfect choice for reading this well-written blend of social science and inspiration. She understands this kind of writing and knows how to manage her intensity and vocal appeal so that listeners stay fascinated with the possibilities in the author's message. T.W. (c) AudioFile 2009, Portland, Maine