The Happier Approach: Be Kind To Yourself, Feel Happier and Still Accomplish Your Goals

by Nancy Jane Smith

After almost 20 years of working with women dealing with anxiety and stress. Nancy Jane Smith found that one thing that prevents us from feeling happier is how we talk to ourselves

The voice that talks the loudest, is the Monger, who tricks us into beating ourselves up to become a “better” version of ourselves. The Happier Approach is a simple way to quiet the Monger, be kind to yourself and become more accomplished and productive

Through humor and storytelling you will learn:
• How to unhook the belief that being kind to yourself will make you soft and cut your competitive advantage.
• The 3 characters that influence your ability to be happier.
• When your Monger has taken over and what to do next.
• Why your BFF can steer you in the wrong direction.
• How to unleash your Biggest Fan so you can make decisions for your life without shame, or guilt and be genuinely happier.

You don't need to stay in survival mode. You just need a different approach...The Happier Approach

173 pages, Paperback

Published January 30, 2018

About the author

Nancy Jane Smith, MSEd, is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Miami University, and two Masters Degrees from the University of Dayton, one in Higher Education and one in Community Counseling.

For the almost 20 years she has been helping individuals reduce their reactivity to life and find clear, practical ways to live happier lives. She lives in Columbus, Ohio with her husband and their furry animals.

Reviews

[Madeline · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was so helpful—a great tool I’m implementing. The title is a little misleading and I probably wouldn’t have picked up this book unless I heard from the author on a podcast about it. This is not a “rah rah you can do it” self help book. The practical steps she lists to work through our inner dialogue is useful, practical, and truly transformative. A very easy read too—I think anyone would benefit from reading.

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love the idea of the BFF urging you to take a break because you “deserve it.”