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The Happiness Plan Kindle Edition

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What if you could train your brain to experience greater happiness, focus, and emotional balance in daily life? What if it took just ten minutes a day?

In The Happiness Plan, Dr Elise Bialylew offers a roadmap to a happier life. Drawing on her background in medicine, psychiatry and mindfulness meditation, she has created a powerful one-month mindfulness program that will lead you to a more balanced and fulfilled existence.

In this transformative guidebook you'll discover simple practices to:

Increase your sense of wellbeing, balance and joy
Reduce stress and worry (and its negative impact on your body)
Improve your focus, performance and fulfilment at work
Create more fulfilling relationships
Increase your sense of purpose, connection and meaning in life.
Featuring access to guided audio meditations, daily mindfulness exercises, fascinating scientific insights and recipes to inspire mindful eating, The Happiness Plan has the power to transform your mind, and your life.

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Dr Elise Bialylew is an Australian doctor trained in psychiatry and mindfulness. She is a speaker and founder of Mindful in May, the world’s largest online mindfulness fundraising campaign for global poverty. --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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Publisher: Affirm Press; 1 edition (27 February 2018)
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AJG

A wonderful, well-researched handbook for anyone interested in bringing more mindfulness into their lives.

Reviewed in Australia on 27 February 2018

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I'm so happy to have this book! Elise is a wonderful mindfulness meditation teacher (as anyone who has completed her Mindful in May program would know) and an innovator in the mindfulness field. Her new book is evidence-based and practical (unsurprising given her medical background), but at the same time inspiring and uplifting. This is a wonderful handbook for happiness for both beginners and experts alike.

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Cathy Domoney

Transcend Stress & Achieve A Higher Level of Calm & Inner Peace.

Reviewed in Australia on 27 February 2018

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Elise Bialylew provides a practical guide using scientifically proven practices to help us to move towards a better quality of life. This holistic approach incorporates all aspects of human experience to transform our often chaotic personal worlds into a more clear, focused and present life.I love how Elise makes these practices more accessible to those of us who have previously been unfamiliar with the process. The detail that she provides when she explains the procedures that are needed to succeed, as well as what will be achieved once you have started to practice them, is both calming and encouraging. This life-affirming guide can help you to transform your life to new, positive levels. Small adjustments suggested within this wonderful book can help to reduce stress, improve communication and de-clutter a tired mind. The fact that Bialylew has herself overcome personal pressure, stress, & burnout during her challenging medical career means that the lessons that she shares come from a place of experience and knowing-ness which makes her work very relatable. This step-by-step guide is clear and calming from the very first word and it is highly recommended to anyone who is seeking a higher level of happiness in their life.

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Coral

Support people in thriving, not just surviving

Reviewed in Australia on 5 March 2018

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Insightful, positive and uplifting! The combination of a background in understanding how the brain works on a physical level and taking it deeper is both fascinating and compelling. The authors soul-purpose to "support people in thriving, not just surviving" shines through!

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Isiah

I loved this book

Reviewed in Australia on 28 February 2018

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I loved this book. It was so clear and easy to understand. With a clear case for why we would want to try mindfulness and practical, straightforward steps on how to do it. I loved seeing all the possible ways there are to be mindful, but with each in a bite-sized chunk so as not to be overwhelming. It was also engaging and easy to read. As a therapist myself, I so appreciate when someone is able to make complex subjects like neurobiology and the benefits of meditation accessible and straight forward. This book would be perfect for anyone wanting to start practicing mindfulness and meditation or any mental health practitioner. I'll definitely be recommending it.

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Libby Elliott

The Ultimate form of Self-Love!

Reviewed in Australia on 27 February 2018

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I'm already in love with this plan! I've been interested in, and practicing mindfulness for a while now, so it feels right to expand on that by learning from the pros.

I love that this book addresses the basics, including breathing and posture. It will be great to refine existing skills, as well as develop new ones. I'm also excited to learn meditation, as this is one area in which my skills are definitely lacking, but Elise has explained everything in such a kind and easy-to-understand way.

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A down-to-earth guide into Meditation, Mindfulness and the things that really Matter

Reviewed in Australia on 27 February 2018

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The Happiness Plan is a wonderful mix of the authors personal accounts with mindfulness, meditation, science, research, experimentation and connection. She draws from a vast array of ancient, spiritual and scientific inspiration which helps guide the reader towards a simple practice of staying present, being real and truly connected. It's very digestible, and is a great book to have handy to help you tap back into your self. Thank you for this great read.

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Jan

Enjoyable, scientifically based, highly recommend!

Reviewed in Australia on 27 February 2018

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The Happiness Plan is a very enjoyable read while at the same time offering guidance which is scientifically based and great for people who are time poor like me. The author has written the book in a human not clinical way that kept me totally absorbed from the moment I started to read it. She has a way with words that make you feel she is speaking to you personally. I highly recommend it.

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Julian Rosenfeld

An Inspirational Guide to Living Consciously

Reviewed in Australia on 27 February 2018

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This book is an excellent guide to steer those who are on the path to a more fulfilling, healthy and mindful life. It is one of the most comprehensive books I have read on the subject of Mindfulness.
It includes recipes for life... to nourish the mind ...the heart... the soul ...and even some delicious recipes to nourish the body. Thoroughly enjoyed Elise’s style and the easy flow filled with many entertaining anecdotes.

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Exerciser UK

My new meditation go-to...practical and accessible

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 March 2018

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What a fantastic book! Many's the time I've tried to read or listen to books on meditation and they just haven't stuck. However, this is a book that's easy to read, makes tons of sense and the exercises within are very accessible. I'll be returning to this again and again. It's definitely now my go-to book on meditation.

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What a fantastic book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 June 2018

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I'm new to mindful meditation and have just completed my first Mindful in May. I have followed onto Mind Life Project. I highly recommend it and Elise Bialylew and her team.

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Anne Docherty

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 March 2018

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This is a fantastic book and has help me learn how to relax and be happy.

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Sab

The perfect plan for the novice meditator

Reviewed in Canada on 27 March 2018

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I absolutely loved this book. What a remarkable and easy way to delve into a meditation practice while nourishing both the body and mind.

I love how each week introduces something new, just the right amount, to build on the previous week.

I would wholeheartedly recommend this book for anyone looking to start a meditation practice or anyone who is feeling stuck and unhappy in life.

This book is a beautiful gem to help get you started!

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Ian Worrall Author of No Remorse No Regret

A helpful book

Reviewed in Canada on 20 March 2018

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Enjoyed using the meditations that it provides. It helps to provide some ways to keep your mind focused on the upcoming tasks for the day.

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Katrien De Moor

Enjoyable, practical, uplifting!

Reviewed in France on 27 February 2018

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I loved the very practical day-by-day approach of Dr. Bialylew's book on mindfulness. A must-read for busy people who want to get more out of life and live the present moment with more purpose and joy. Dr. Bialylew's medical background as well as her personal experiences add a different and even more profound dimension to the practices outlined in the book.

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Marsha

Inspring book with practical steps to take control of your life and your happiness

Reviewed in the United States on 3 March 2018

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What I love about this book is that it is extremely well crafted with specific tools and information that empower you to take control of your happiness. Did you know that 50% of our potential happiness is determined by our genetic makeup, 10% by circumstances outside our control, and ~40% is within our control - and determined by what we do and how we think?

Dr. Bialylew shares the scientific research behind mindfulness meditation - why it works and how to start, with minimal time investment. We have so much influence on our health, effectiveness, joy and happiness. She encourages us to learn to observe and manage our thoughts, and avoid getting lost in "negative thought loops" as a crucial skill to become more resilient. You've probably heard the term "neuroplasticity" ... it basically means our brains have the capacity to adapt and change throughout our lifetime. Our minds have so much control over our bodies ... our bodies believe our inner dialog - what we say to ourselves, whether it's true or not. By learning to observe our thoughts and correct our thinking, we can choose thoughts and actions that are beneficial to us instead of those that are self-destructive.

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Liz MB

This book has made me a believer in mindfulness!

Reviewed in the United States on 4 March 2018

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“A doorway to greater happiness and purpose”

This quote is one of the ways Dr. Bialylew describes what mindfulness can help us achieve. She leads us through that doorway by sharing an honest telling of her experiences and studies of mindfulness and what it means. It is a clear and easy to read discussion of mindfulness and meditation, and moves it away from the realm of “out-there, ethereal, and magic.” She dispels myths about mindfulness and, from Aristotle to modern day scientists, gives us theory but, also real studies and information. We come to understand so much about our brains and its connection to our bodies and well-being.

Early in her introduction she says, “I knew I wanted to be of service, to help others flourish and make a positive difference in the world. . .” In my opinion this book is one of the many ways she has achieved that goal. Dr. Bialylew gives us a 30-day, very well laid out plan to begin training our brains with mindfulness. It is even complete with recipes so that we can be mindful about what we eat. I highly recommend this book to everyone.

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D-Ronk

Practical and Profound

Reviewed in the United States on 13 March 2018

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Practical and profound, The Happiness Plan weaves together science and spirituality to present an extremely practical discussion of and guide to mindfulness. Full of examples, exercises, tips, and resources, I found Bialylew's writing to be accessible and warm, but also precise and informative.

I think this book is great for those who are new to mindfulness and meditation as well as experienced practitioners. I already have a mindfulness practice, and I'm looking forward to adding more ways to be intentionally mindful (e.g. walking, eating, seeing, working).

The 30-day plan, broken down daily and grouped into four weekly segments, presents a blueprint for building the habit of mindfulness into your life. This is a gem of a book, and a great contribution to the body of literature about meditation and mindfulness.

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Bobbi Edwards

This book is a Whole30 for Mindfulness

Reviewed in the United States on 4 March 2018

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The author does a great job of explaining mindfulness and meditation in an easy to implement way. The key to gaining the benefits of mindfulness is to actually apply it to your own life. But, making changes to your behavior and routine can be really hard, right? From my experience, the key to making lasting changes in behavior is to gradually make changes one step at a time. And, that's what I love so much about this book. It gives you one new lesson and meditation to do every day for 4 weeks. Breaking it down day by day just makes it so much easier for me to absorb the information and actually apply it to my life. Well written book!

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Benita

Learn to meditate. You'll be glad you did.

Reviewed in the United States on 4 March 2018

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I love Dr. Bialylew’s book, The Happiness Plan. As a licensed professional counselor and meditator for four decades, I can verify that a consistent meditation practice helps you experience better health, mental sharpness, creativity and stronger relationships. Meditation soothes anxiety and lifts depression. You get to enjoy all this without the negative side effects of drugs.

I agree with Dr. Elise when she says this about meditation: “… we can more effectively interpret the real meaning of someone’s words, and stay connected to what we feel from moment to moment, giving us a better ability to respond. We can also do this while maintaining awareness of the other person’s emotional state. This enables more effective communication, and is the basis upon which we can build emotional intelligence, the foundation of wisdom and happiness in our lives.”

I recommend meditation to all my clients because the benefits are so plentiful. If you do one thing this year, give yourself the gift of meditation. The Happiness Plan is an excellent place to begin. Dr. Bialylew’s breaks it down into bite-size pieces so you experience success one step at time. You’ll be glad you purchased this book.

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smb

Offers an actionable plan for ushering more happiness into your life

Reviewed in the United States on 5 March 2018

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There are so many ways to go about achieving more peace, calmness and happiness into your life. Sometimes it can feel overwhelming. What Ms. Lew does here is provide a very succinct roadmap for achieving this with meditations that help you harness the power of mindfulness already inside you. What is so great about this book is that she connects these concepts with all the common areas of human life - eating, using technology, roaming the world, etc. She also connects the meditations to the senses and provides a way to achieve meditation no matter where you are or what you are doing. A must have handbook for anyone seeking greater zen in their life.

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J. Erickson

How to meditate and why you should! Great book to give to my therapy clients and friends

Reviewed in the United States on 24 March 2018

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I use mindfulness myself, with my family, and with my clients. All of us see benefits when we practice it regularly. The science and research behind the practice of mindfulness are explained in this book.

Ms. Bailylew does a great job of giving clear instructions on how to utilize mindfulness to increase your happiness. She clearly explains how to do a mindfulness meditation, but also does a wonderful job of applying mindfulness principles to everyday life.

I have taught these principles to my clients over and over again... I will start handing this book to them as well to reinforce everything I've been saying!

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Susan Jagannath, Author of Travel and Adventure books,Chasing Himalayan Dreams; The Camino Ingles

We all want it - at last here's a practical plan to get it.

Reviewed in the United States on 28 February 2018

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Are you sick and tired of being harangued to be positive, mindful and happy? and it's all in the same mind that created the misery in the first place? This is the book for you, it is full of practical day by day steps, that if you take, will give you happiness as a result. Written by an expert with experience in the field, you can tell it's honest to goodness sensible advice. Most books like this are theorising with an add on practice. This book is practice with a mild filter of theory. Read this if you are practical person who wants results in 30 days or less, rather than an unforeseeable future date.

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Susan L. Axelrod

The book you keep on your nightstand as a daily resource!

Reviewed in the United States on 6 March 2018

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I READ THIS BOOK SO QUICKLY MY HEAD WAS SPINNING. already looking forward to re-reading/repeatedly. This book shows you how to apply the life-saving technique of mindfulness to every area of your life. Easy to read, useful resource!

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