How to Be Happy in an Unhappy World

We all desire peace and contentment in our lives. But for all of our chasing after happiness, do we ever really achieve it? We think if we can get one step higher on the ladder, lose those last ten pounds, or find that one perfect person, then happiness will be ours for the taking. But the things of the world don't offer lasting peace and contentment.

How to Be Happy in an Unhappy World unveils the secret to finding--and maintaining--true happiness. Diving deep into the core of the heart where true and perfect happiness waits, Marie Chapian guides readers in discovering this largely untapped source of peace. Based on solid biblical principles and scientific brain research, this book unlocks the door to freedom from depression, anxiety, frustration, and the despair of life's endless emotional roller coaster. It includes revealing self-discovery questions, short quizzes, and practical how-to lists that will enable readers to discover an inner radiance and happiness that cannot be extinguished.

From the Back Cover

You are in control of your own happiness

We all want peace and contentment in our lives. We think if we can get one step higher on the ladder, lose those last ten pounds, or find that one perfect person, then happiness will be ours for the taking. But even when we achieve these things, they don't guarantee lasting satisfaction. Why? Because they're all external and circumstantial.

How to Be Happy in an Unhappy World unveils the secret to finding and maintaining true happiness--you. Based on solid biblical principles and the most up-to-date scientific brain research, this book unlocks the door to freedom from depression, anxiety, frustration, and despair. It includes revealing self-discovery questions, short quizzes, and practical how-to lists that will enable you to discover an inner radiance and happiness that cannot be extinguished.

If you're ready to feel true happiness that lasts through life's trials, this book has the answer.

Marie Chapian is a certified Christian life and fulfillment coach and the New York Times bestselling author and coauthor of more than thirty books, including Telling Yourself the Truth. Winner of numerous awards, including Campus Life's Best Book of the Year and the Gold Medallion Book Award, she holds a doctorate in counseling and an MFA in creative writing. She lives in southern California. Learn more at www.mariechapian.com.