The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living

lovely book about compassion, patience and tolerance and how to train your mind to become more happy in your life.i think the dalai lama is a beautiful human being and he encourages us to be humane to all beings and creatures.what's not to like? :o)

Enjoyed reading this book and the Dali lama is a wonderful man who writes in a clear way that helps the reader understand.

I think everybody reaches a point in life where they start to question whether they are on the right path in life and how can they "live better". I picked up this book and have found it is very interesting to see how the Dalai Lama ("DL") sees things.In the west we constantly feel the need to surround ourselves with "nice things" such as the over priced designer clothes, cars, nice house etc. but it is humbling to see that often the poorest people seem most grateful for what they have. *I am thinking back to a picture I saw with a child living in a war zone holding a dirty doll that made her smile* and by poor I mean poor in a third world country - not poor in a first world country (think: a nice 3 bed house paid for by the state).If I'm honest, I think that the west has lost perspective on what is really important and this book sends the message that happiness can be achieved from within.This book does make me think that if everyone was compassionate, caring and generous towards each other then the world would be a better place. However in reality those who are will find that they are out of pocket taken advantage of but I'd like to think the principle of Karma exists.

Brilliant book to read.

I absolutely love this book, one of my favourites. First read it years ago and have always kept the advice in mind and tell people often what the Dalai Lama says: the meaning of life is to be happy, and the path to happiness is kindness! It really is true and whenever I am focused on kindness to others I notice myself being happier.I love the balance in this book between the wise words of the Dalai Lama combined with the scientific explanations from the psychology point of view.

I was expecting the book to be about Dalai Lama and his teachings but it is mostly about the autor’s meetings with Dalai Lama and his thoughts. I only finished 3 chapters before moving to another book. It wasn’t even a hard read but I didn’t feel engaged.

I really liked this book and I thought it put across the Dalai Lama's personality so well. This succinct book has also led me to read more in depth Buddhist texts. It is a great place to start. Must admit to always having had a soft for the Dalai Lama, he has a twinkle in his eye and is truly spiritual. He does not only talk the talk, but walks the walk. If you are having a bad time this book may help put it into perspective. It reminds us all humans suffer and nothing is permanent. If you have lost faith in human nature this may help to ignite it. I find this book a comfort in difficult times and inspirational in easier ones. It reminds me of my spiritual self and how life is a journey. We can make this journey happier if we can control our mind and our ego, see suffering from a different perspective, acknowledge impermanence and recognise compassion as a strength not a weakness. Overall, very informative, inspirational and comforting.

This book is amazing. To avoid beating round the bush.I bought a few self help sort of books, to try & improve self contentment & happiness & to kill a bit of time at work, when it's quiet.I started off with this one. I am not a reader to be honest, so I wanted something to break me in. It was easy enough to follow. I needed a dictionary for some of the words, but I understood it.It's a mix of the dalai lama's principles, but then the western psychologist explains things in a way that we understand with case studies & examples. I believe it works very well. It has made me think differently about things & makes you realise that your happiness is about how you perceive & deal with situations.The only thing that would be an improvement would be as if there was a summary at the end of the key points. However, it's not the end of the world. I'll read it again & make my own shortened down notes, to remind me of the key principles.I wish the other books I bought off Amazon were as easy to follow as this one.The book is that good, I am now going to see if there are books of a similar nature/theme.

La filosofía budista merece todos mis respetos y en particular la figura del Dalai Lama, después de todo lo que ha pasado, en su proclama de fomentar los estados mentales positivos, como la comprensión, la amabilidad y la compasión, en el camino a una mejor salud psicológica y felicidad. La lectura es sencilla y práctica. El texto ha sido preparado por un psiquiatra norteamericano, a partir de las entrevistas y conversaciones, con el Dalai a lo largo de varios años, por lo que en numerosas ocasiones plantea las formas y puntos de vista occidentales frente al budismo.Desde mi punto de vista una lectura obligada.

Surprisingly pragmatic and moving account of interviews with the Dalai Lama by an American Psychiatrist. “Simple” but powerful values of compassion, empathy and tolerance— that I will continue to attempt to weave into my daily thoughts and behaviour. An important book — especially in today’s times where it appears that many people have lost their moral compasses.

Reading it every day can keep calm. It is impressive.

The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living ist ein bemerkenswertes Buch, das einen tiefgreifenden Einblick in die Suche nach Glück und innerer Zufriedenheit bietet. Geschrieben von dem Dalai Lama und dem Psychiater Howard C. Cutler, stellt es eine inspirierende Anleitung für ein erfülltes Leben dar.Das Buch präsentiert eine Kombination aus buddhistischer Weisheit und westlicher Psychologie, die einen einzigartigen Ansatz für das Verständnis und die Erreichung von Glück bietet. Es regt dazu an, die eigene Wahrnehmung von Glück zu überdenken und bietet praktische Werkzeuge, um eine positive Einstellung zu entwickeln und schwierige Situationen zu bewältigen.Die Weisheit des Dalai Lama strahlt in jedem Kapitel des Buches. Seine klaren und einfühlsamen Botschaften ermutigen den Leser, sich mit sich selbst und anderen in Verbindung zu setzen, um wahres Glück zu finden. Die gemeinsamen Dialoge mit Howard C. Cutler bringen auch die westliche Perspektive ein und bieten interessante Einblicke und Anregungen.The Art of Happiness ist leicht verständlich geschrieben und enthält zahlreiche praktische Beispiele, Übungen und Fallstudien. Diese helfen dabei, die Konzepte in den Alltag zu integrieren und schrittweise positive Veränderungen herbeizuführen.Das Buch behandelt auch Themen wie Mitgefühl, Beziehungen, Arbeit und die Bedeutung von Selbstreflexion. Es bietet eine ganzheitliche Herangehensweise an das Glück und ermutigt den Leser, sich selbst besser kennenzulernen und die eigene Lebensführung zu gestalten.Insgesamt kann ich The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living wärmstens empfehlen. Es ist eine Quelle der Inspiration und eine wertvolle Ressource für jeden, der nach einem tieferen Sinn des Lebens sucht und nachhaltige Freude und Erfüllung finden möchte. Es ist ein Buch, das man immer wieder zur Hand nehmen kann, um neue Erkenntnisse und Weisheit zu entdecken.

This book is my happy space. I read a few pages everyday while I am commuting, or when I just having a bad day. With a little patience, you can see this book helping you navigate through life with kindness, and love. I personally feel this book has the capacity to change perspectives and to elevate human consciousness. All the complicated knowledge of the world of how to lead a life, how to rise spiritually and what not has been distilled in this book in a very simple manner.