{"product_id":"happiness-is-a-serious-problem-a-human-nature-repair-manual-9780060987350","title":"Happiness Is a Serious Problem: A Human Nature Repair Manual","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this unique blend of self-help and moral philosophy, perfect for fans of Gretchen Rubin's \u003cem\u003eThe Happiness Project \u003c\/em\u003eor Dan Harris's \u003cem\u003e10% Happier, \u003c\/em\u003e talk-radio host Dennis Prager shows us that happiness isn't just a value--it's a moral obligation. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen you ask people about their most cherished values, \"happiness\" is always at the top of the list. In this enduring happiness manifesto, Prager examines how happiness not only makes us better people, but has an effect on the lives of everyone around us--providing them with a positive environment in which to thrive and be happy themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAchieving happiness won't be easy, though: to Prager, it requires a continuing process of counting your blessings and giving up any expectations that life is supposed to be wonderful. \"Can we decide to be satisfied with what we have?\" he asks. \"A poor man who can make himself satisfied with his portion will be happier than a wealthy man who does not allow himself to be satisfied.\" Prager echoes other political commentators in complaining that too many people today see themselves as victims; he submits that the only way to achieve your desires is to take responsibility for your life rather than blaming others.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're willing to put some thought into achieving a happier outlook, you will find plenty to mull over in \u003cem\u003eHappiness Is a Serious Problem.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePrager, Dennis:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003eDennis Prager writes a syndicated column, hosts a radio show carried by 120 stations, and appears regularly on major Fox venues. He is the author of \u003cem\u003eHappiness Is a Serious Problem\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThink a Second Time\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"William Morrow \u0026 Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50635122475282,"sku":"9780060987350","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_b4b961df-4173-4f00-b4d9-64ec6c423fea.jpg?v=1732833992","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/happiness-is-a-serious-problem-a-human-nature-repair-manual-9780060987350","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}