This book offers 23 practical ways to make life happier. It's based on evidence from the latest scientific research combined with unique insights from the author plus proven ideas that he has helped thousands of people to adopt successfully in their everyday lives.
It goes much deeper than typical self-help advice, covering a wide range of themes which contribute to lifelong wellbeing. Crucially, the book combines actions you can do to improve your own happiness with actions that benefit others too. The first part covers self-care themes such as mindfulness, optimism, self-acceptance, goals and purpose. The second part covers relational themes, including listening, vulnerability, forgiveness and community.

Make Life Happier isn't just a book though, it's really an invitation. An invitation to join a global movement of people who are choosing to live differently. People who recognise that happiness is not just a personal quest, but a gift that can enrich our communities and our world. It's an invitation to help shift our values. From what we can get to what we can give. From seeking validation to finding connection. From just surviving to actively thriving.

Remember, this is about how to make life happier, rather than happy, recognising this is a journey and there's no perfect end-point. The most important thing to keep in mind right now is that your actions matter. You may not be able to change your circumstances, but you do have the potential to feel better, find meaning and make a difference. Whatever your situation is, you can do something.