The Happiness Diary

Author: Barbara Ann Kipfer
Publisher: Fair Winds Press
ISBN: 1592338585
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 163

Book Description
The Happiness Diary offers practical advice and exercises for cultivating a happiness practice from the author of the million-copy bestseller 14,000 Things to Be Happy About, Barbara Ann Kipfer. Through stories, lists, thought-provoking questions, and whimsical illustrations, you will learn tangible ways to capture and record happy moments based on your own style. Happiness is an age-old need. Yet, modern life—with its attendant pressures and disconnection—is making it more elusive. However, new science is showing that happiness is a skill set that can be taught and cultivated. With The Happiness Diary, learn how to cultivate your own happiness practice via reflective and journal exercises. Featuring beautiful illustrations, this inspiring book presents journal prompts, reflective exercises, and inspirations that encourage reflection on what makes you truly happy. You’ll start by defining your own version of happiness, then explore different methods for starting on your happiness path. The exercises are divided by theme, including: Focus on the Present Moment Secrets to Mindfulness Capturing the Little Things Changing Your Brain Sharing Happiness By doing the exercises, you’ll get a personalized plan for cultivating mindfulness, living each day in the present moment, and finding joy in life’s everyday events.

8,789 Words of Wisdom

Author: Barbara Ann Kipfer
Publisher: Workman Publishing
ISBN: 076111730X
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 625

Book Description
8,789 Words Of Wisdom is brimming with great advice, maxims, sayings and saws, proverbs, precepts and truths-8,789 of them, to be exact. Turn to any spot in the book and there is the secret to living a happier, healthier, saner, more productive life. Learn to unlearn. Appreciate the questions as much as the answers. Stretch beyond what is comfortable. There are folksy expressions polished smooth over time: If you think you can, you can. Experience is the best teacher. Quotes: Those who know don't speak, those who speak don't know (Lao-tzu). Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there (Will Rogers). Unexpected turns: Listen with your eyes. Good judgment comes from experience and experience comes from bad judgment. Taken together it's the ultimate source of self-improvement.

1,001 Ways to Live Wild

Author: Barbara Kipfer
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426216661
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 388

Book Description
"Bestselling author Dr. Barbara Ann Kipfer pours her creativity into an irresistible book of bite-size lists of motivation for leading an adventurous, happy, and fulfilling life. Filled with light-hearted quick hits of inspiration to stir anyone looking for a jolt of "get out there and live" in their lives. Short entries--musings, things to do, and inspirational quotes--are paired with whimsical, colorful spot art. Presented as one continuous list, and broken up by occasional top ten lists and quotes, the text touches on many and varied themes such as: following your passions, staying curious, appreciating nature, traveling, trying new things, and living life with courage. Sprinkled throughout are service-oriented top ten lists, such as: 10 Places to Travel That Will Change your Life, 10 Spiciest Foods on the Planet, 10 Plants You Can Eat in the Forest, 10 Animals to See in Person before You Die, and more"--

1001 Ways to Live in the Moment

Author: Barbara Ann Kipfer
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781844838264
Category : Self-actualization (Psychology)
Languages : en
Pages : 384

Book Description

Think Happy, Be Happy

Author: Workman Publishing
Publisher: Workman Publishing
ISBN: 0761177574
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 401

Book Description
The gift of art, the gift of inspiration, the gift of joy. This dynamic illustrated book is brimming over with encouragement and wisdom and delivered with a fresh, modern twist. Pairing quotes with original graphic art that brings the words to life, Think Happy, Be Happy is a gallery of beauty and cheer inspired by the letterpress and screenprint art that’s hot on Etsy and pinned and re-pinned by Pinterest’s millions of fans. The artwork is by more than twenty popular illustrators and designers, who transform simple but smart mottoes—from the contemplative “Find beauty in rain” to the upbeat “I make my own sunshine!” to the empowering “Don’t shush your inner voice. It’s who you are” to the joyful “Live every day like it’s your birthday”—into bold and visually dynamic statements. This book is a delightful pick-me-up that can be read over and over again and bring comfort and affirmation every time. Paired randomly throughout is unexpected, complementary text—themed play-lists, top-ten lists, and simple recipes. Because what’s better to lift the spirits than a Watermelon Mint Ice Pop?

The Order of Things

Author: Barbara Ann Kipfer
Publisher: Workman Publishing
ISBN: 0761150447
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 626

Book Description
An illustrated, entertaining guide to the organization of everything under the sun--from nature and Earth to general knowledge and philosophy--explains hundreds of hierarchies in the arts, business, history, religion, science, sports, and other fields. Original.

1,001 Ways to Slow Down

Author: Barbara Kipfer
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 142621779X
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 324

Book Description
This irresistible list book from National Geographic provides lighthearted quick hits of inspiration for those of us who feel overwhelmed--which is to say, all of us. Musings, activity suggestions, and illuminating quotes are paired with whimsical art on themes such as living in the moment, achieving balance, relieving stress, developing patience, and appreciating the world around us. "Slow living" sidebars, such as "Foods to Cook Slowly" and "Things to Do the Old-Fashioned Way," are interspersed throughout the book.

Color Your Happy Home

Author: Barbara Ann Kipfer
Publisher: Harlequin Adult Colouring Books
ISBN: 9780373135486
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Find your way to happiness by coloring in and experiencing these charming scenes of domestic bliss New York Times bestselling author of 14,000 Things to Be Happy About Barbara Ann Kipfer and illustrator Durell Godfrey take the coloring experience to a new level by pairing inspiring phrases evoking happiness with beautiful line drawings. From a sunny kitchen table adorned with fresh flowers for tea with a special friend, to scenes of a birthday celebration, to a much-anticipated beach vacation--these are just a few of the special moments poignantly captured for colorists to embellish and enjoy. Featuring a heavy paper stock ideal for coloring with markers, crayons and pencils, these accessible drawings are ideal for colorists of all ages, even for a child's hands--the experience of coloring with a parent and discussing family life can create a great bonding experience. This special coloring book truly reminds colorists that it's the ordinary moments in a day that make life worthwhile. Find your way to happiness by coloring in and experiencing these charming scenes of domestic bliss New York Times bestselling author of 14,000 Things to Be Happy About Barbara Ann Kipfer and illustrator Durell Godfrey take the coloring experience to a new level by pairing inspiring phrases evoking happiness with beautiful line drawings. From a sunny kitchen table adorned with fresh flowers for tea with a special friend, to scenes of a birthday celebration, to a much-anticipated beach vacation--these are just a few of the special moments poignantly captured for colorists to embellish and enjoy. Featuring a heavy paper stock ideal for coloring with markers, crayons and pencils, these accessible drawings are ideal for colorists of all ages, even for a child's hands--the experience of coloring with a parent and discussing family life can create a great bonding experience. This special coloring book truly reminds colorists that it's the ordinary moments in a day that make life worthwhile.

5,203 Things to Do Instead of Looking at Your Phone

Author: Barbara Ann Kipfer
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
ISBN: 1523511753
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 268

Book Description
Because life is calling. Put down your phone, close the lid on your laptop, and get back in touch with the wonders of the world around you. With thousands of ideas for simple, beautiful things to do instead of scrolling down the rabbit hole of cyberspace, this healing little book offers the opportunity, 5,203 times, to slow down, look up, and rediscover what makes you feel nourished and grounded as a human being. With illustrations throughout by Scot Ritchie.

4,000 Questions for Getting to Know Anyone and Everyone, 2nd Edition

Author: Barbara Ann Kipfer
Publisher: Random House Reference
ISBN: 0375426248
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
4,000 ways to achieve instant intimacy. With new and updated questions! What, more than anything, makes you angry? Who were your childhood idols? What kind of leader are you most inclined to follow? What has happened to the art of conversation? In the age of the Internet, speed dating, and frantic text messaging, have we forgotten how to meaningfully connect? This book of 4,000 provocative questions will help you get to know anyone and everyone in every social situation. Use it to go beyond small talk at parties, networking events, dates, dinner tables, and road trips. It's for getting to know someone you just met and learning a lot more about someone you thought you already knew (who may be yourself). ·A perfect social tool for the Internet generation ·Features thematic sections on lifestyle choices, pastimes, politics, family, and more ·A resource for self-discovery and for journalists and writers doing interviews and developing characters, plots, and story lines