Stephen R. Covey, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
"Absolutely full of practical wisdom and its authentic sources. What depth and width of understanding! Seligman affirms our power of choice with a perspective on old and new psychology I found compelling and fascinating"
Daniel Goleman, Emotional Intelligence
"At last, psychology gets serious about glee, fun and happiness. Martin Seligman has given us a gift -a practical map for the perennial quest for a flourishing life."
Product Description
In this important, entertaining book, one of the world's most celebrated psychologists, Martin Seligman, asserts that happiness can be learned and cultivated, and that everyone has the power to inject real joy into their lives. In "Authentic Happiness", he describes the 24 strengths and virtues unique to the human psyche. Each of us, it seems, has at least five of these attributes, and can build on them to identify and develop to our maximum potential. By incorporating these strengths - which include kindness, originality, humour, optimism, curiosity, enthusiasm and generosity - into our everyday lives, he tells us, we can reach new levels of optimism, happiness and productivity. "Authentic Happiness" provides a variety of tests and unique assessment tools to enable readers to discover and deploy those strengths at work, in love and in raising children. By accessing the very best in ourselves, we can improve the world around us and achieve new and lasting levels of authentic contentment and joy.
From the Publisher
This book offers a powerful message of hope for millions who long for a deeply satisfying life. It is filled with practical advice, discover your strengths applied to love, friendship, work and parenting.
About the Author
Martin E. P. Seligman, Ph.D., the Fox Leadership Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania and Director of the Positive Psychology Network, gave the Centennial address to the British Psychological Society in 2002 and is an Honourary Professor at the University of Cardiff. A former President of the American Psychological Association, and Founding Editor of Prevention and Treatment, he has written twenty books including Learned Optimism.
