closing the book (or THP: my own afterword)

(This is the last part in a series about The Happiness Project, by Gretchen Rubin.  To start at the beginning, click here. Additionally, for my personal take on seeking joy as a believer in Christ and seeking happiness as it pertains to this book, click here.)

In my previous post on the last chapter of The Happiness Project, I asked myself a question: “How has Gretchen’s attempt to ‘change her life without changing her life’ changed how I view my own happiness?”

In a sentence: I think I’m more aware of who I am, what makes me happy, and how my behavior affects those around me. Continue reading “closing the book (or THP: my own afterword)” →

adding it all up (or THP: Chapter Twelve)

(This is part twelve in a series about The Happiness Project, by Gretchen Rubin.  To start at the beginning, click here. )

Instead of coming up with new resolutions in the month of December, Gretchen decided to live ‘Boot Camp Perfect,’ in which she would attempt to keep ALL her resolutions from the year.  In December, no less!  Continue reading “adding it all up (or THP: Chapter Twelve)” →

attitude adjustment (or THP: Chapter Eleven)

(This is part eleven in a series about The Happiness Project, by Gretchen Rubin.  To start at the beginning, click here. )

Gretchen’s last month of resolutions, November, focused on her attitude instead of actions. (I know what you’re thinking–what about December?  Shouldn’t THAT be her last month of resolutions?  Spoiler alert: she attempts to follow ALL of them in December!)

Gretchen recognized that she struggled with having a ‘contented heart,’ and I admit that I have trouble with contentment as well. While sometimes not being content can be beneficial (think self-improvement or seeking opportunities for change), overall discontentment can be draining to oneself and others. Continue reading “attitude adjustment (or THP: Chapter Eleven)” →