50 simple exercises for increased happiness, positive thinking and wisdom from the bestselling author of The Buddha's Brain.
Rick Hanson, PhD, is a neuropsychologist, founder of the Wellspring Institute for Neuroscience and Contemplative Wisdom, and author of Buddha's Brain. His work has been featured on the BBC and NPR, and he has been invited to present at Oxford, University of California Berkeley, Stanford University, and other universities.
"Just One Thing is a very wise, sincere, and heartfelt guide to
living well. Rick Hanson skillfully guides you through fifty-two
accessible and down-to-earth practices that can transform your
outlook on life and health"
--Bob Stahl, PhD, coauthor of A Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Workbook and Living with Your Heart Wide Open
"Just One Thing is full of simple, down-to-earth steps you can take
to experience greater happiness and love in your life. Based in
brain science, but written beautifully from the heart, this book is
a gem."
--Marci Shimoff, author of Happy for No Reason
"Delightfully clear and practical, this book distills profound
insights from ancient wisdom traditions, modern psychology, and
cutting-edge neurobiology into simple techniques anyone can use to
live a happier, saner, more rewarding life. I felt more awake and
alive after reading just a few pages."
--Ronald D. Siegel, PsyD, assistant clinical professor of
psychology at Harvard Medical School and author of The Mindfulness
Solution
"If you are looking for bite-sized daily practices that can open
your heart and clear your mind, Just One Thing deserves to be at
the top of your reading list. Grounded in fascinating science,
psychological understanding, and timeless wisdom, this book offers
a rich assortment of entirely simple, doable ways you can find more
happiness and ease."
--Tara Brach, PhD, author of Radical Happiness
"Is it improper to be begged by someone you don't know to buy a
book? Then call me improper because I am begging you to give
yourself the miracle of Rick Hanson's grounded science and earthy
spirituality. Keep this book close by while giving copies to
everyone you love."
--Jennifer Louden, author of The Woman's Comfort Book and The Life
Organizer
"Most people want to be happier, healthier, less stressed, and more
self-accepting, but it's often hard to find time to work toward
these goals. The brilliance of this book is that it offers
powerful, targeted practices that can be done easily throughout the
day to help people reach their highest potential."
--Kristin Neff, PhD, associate professor at the University of Texas
at Austin and author of Self-Compassion
"Rick Hanson has done the work for us, distilling decades of
self-inquiry and key psychological research into fifty-two
essential skills for healthy, happy living. This deceptively simple
book is a trustworthy guide to living our lives more deeply and
fully. Read, practice, and your brain will surely return the
favor."
--Christopher K. Germer, PhD, clinical instructor at Harvard
Medical School and author of The Mindful Path to
Self-Compassion
"These are great practices--wise and straightforward, scientific
and nourishing. They can transform your life."
--Jack Kornfield, PhD, author of The Wise Heart and A Path with
Heart
"This gem of a book is the perfect follow-up to Rick Hanson's
brilliant Buddha's Brain. Just One Thing offers dozens of
easy-to-learn practices that slowly work their magic on our brains,
making it possible for all of us to dwell in the peaceful
contentment of a Buddha. Just One Thing is one of those rare books
that becomes a lifelong companion--never far out of reach."
--Toni Bernhard, author of How to Be Sick: A Buddhist-Inspired
Guide for the Chronically Ill and their Caregivers
"What a way to go through life! These simple yet profound practices
train the brain, open the heart, and enhance well-being. Rick
Hanson provides the map. If you follow it, you'll surely increase
your happiness and awaken your joy!"
--James Baraz, author of Awakening Joy
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