Ten Times Happier Quotes

“The only guarantees you have are now. Don’t waste too much time worrying about the future. • Look for the joy in everyday things. • Time with people is precious. Use it well now. • Most things work themselves out in the end. • Worrying about the future stops you enjoying what you have now. • Follow the path that makes you passionate. Don’t wait until tomorrow. • Everything you need is within you. • Make every moment count. • Be grateful for everything life offers you. • This is your time.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“You’ve had a pretty sh*t time, and deserve more. Let’s put away the stuff you don’t need. I think it’s time for you to shine.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“Sure, we’ll feel bursts of happiness at major life events like our wedding day, the birth of our children, when we take part in those super-fun activities like going on holiday or having a spontaneous wild night out with old friends but these activities are few and far between, particularly as you get older and have more responsibilities and commitments. Most of the time we’re going about life as normal and if you’re relying on the super-fun things to give you your happiness quota, you’re going to be disappointed. If, on the other hand, you’ve created a life where you experience a sense of deep contentment as you go about your day-to-day, this ultimately translates into happiness, even joy.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“You have the option to continue as you are or start again. You have the option to be happier.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“What would you want your epitaph to read? Do you think you live your life according to your current values? If not, you have an opportunity to do something about it.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“The moment you accept that the contributors to your unhappiness, which caused it to arise, don’t need to have a leading role in the maintenance of your future unhappiness, then you are free.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“Don’t look back, you’re not going that way.’ Sometimes we have to look back but it doesn’t mean we should keep looking there.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“if the event still replays regularly in your mind, creates distress, and impacts on your happiness then you haven’t let it go.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“Much of the energy spent focussing on the future is wasted time. Most of what you need is right in front of you at this moment in time. The challenge is giving yourself permission to come out of the future (and the past) and step into what you have in this very moment.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“Because our lives have become too cluttered. The less I carry, the less I’m burdened.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“You are not only changing your life, you are changing how your brain functions in a way that will be more helpful for you. This is the opposite of comparing yourself negatively to others and endlessly seeking more.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“Worry will sabotage your happiness if you don’t take a step back and regain some control.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“In a nutshell, when you are unburdened from worry, your life becomes lighter in the best possible way. A lighter life is unquestionably a happier life.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“With the right people in your life you will notice that: • You feel energized by the energy they emit. • Your outlook is optimistic. • You feel a sense of security from the reassurance they provide. • Your perspective is more flexible as they influence and encourage you. • Your confidence will improve from the affirmations they provide. • You will feel encouraged and inspired by the support they give you. • You will trust more from the safety they provide. • You will take more healthy risks as they express their belief in you. • You will value yourself more because of the respect they show you. • You will feel better about life because these people are a life force.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“When you are aware, you are halfway there.’ Awareness is a good thing to have.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“it’s difficult to live a happy life if you haven’t got a handle on your mind.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“Our minds are at the centre of all our experiences. You are learning the skill of taking back control of your mind, so it doesn’t take control of you.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“The past is over. You can rewrite your rules. You can let go of the difficult stuff. You are not going that way any more.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“In short, if you dwell too much on traumatic events of the past or unhelpful rules and beliefs, you can be robbed of your future. I present to you a choice: a future nourished by your past or one that is sabotaged by it.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back

“We are all in the same boat.’ I’m simply offering some oars, life jackets, and a few flares to get you on your way.”
― Owen O'Kane, Ten Times Happier: A guide on how to let go of what’s holding you back