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Books like Happy
A witty, philosophical antidote to the exhausting pressure of modern positive thinking. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Happy.
- reflective
- grounded
- reassuring
- lucid
- 01
Happier
Tal Ben-Shahar · 2007
An inspiring, scientifically grounded primer on cultivating daily joy and lasting fulfillment.
- 02
The little book of lykke
Meik Wiking
A warm, globe-trotting treasure hunt for the everyday secrets to a happier, more connected life.
- 03
Stoicism and the Art of Happiness
Donald Robertson
A grounding, practical guide to applying ancient philosophical wisdom to the pursuit of modern happiness.
- 04
The Happiness Project
Gretchen Rubin
A structured, uplifting roadmap to finding extraordinary joy in an ordinary life.
- 05
The Headspace Guide to Meditation and Mindfulness
Andy Puddicombe
A calming, practical manual for finding mental clarity in just a few minutes a day.
- 06
13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do
Amy Morin
A compassionate but no-nonsense toolkit for shedding the mental habits that keep you stuck.
- 07
The happiness advantage
Shawn Achor
A refreshing, science-backed permission slip to put your own joy before your ambition.
- 08
The Art of the Good Life
Rolf Dobelli
A brisk, practical toolkit for navigating the complexities of happiness and success.
- 09
The Happiness Trap
Russ Harris
A compassionate, paradigm-shifting guide that offers profound relief by teaching you to stop fighting your own mind.
- 10
Barking Up the Wrong Tree
Eric Barker
A paradigm-shifting exploration of the psychological realities behind what actually drives achievement.
- 11
Flourish
Martin E. P. Seligman
An encouraging, science-backed exploration of what it means to truly thrive and cultivate lasting well-being.
- 12
Hello, Habits
Fumio Sasaki
A clear, uncluttered guide to reshaping your daily routines through the lens of intentional minimalism.
