Being happy depends on becoming a complete
person—
spirituality is the path that leads you to wholeness.
spirituality is the path that leads you to wholeness.
“To become complete human beings, to
find happiness, we need to develop our human spirits to the
fullest. This is what it means to be spiritual: to be the best
we can be; to exercise all the qualities and traits that are
unique to humankind and that give us the identity as human
beings. This spirituality is an integral component of being
human, and we cannot have true and enduring happiness without
it.”
For many of us, the journey toward
personal and spiritual fulfillment is fraught with unexplained
feelings of emptiness in the struggle to reach what seems an
elusive and murky goal. It doesn’t have to be this way.
Using simple, accessible language and
clear examples, this wellspring of wisdom shows you that true
happiness is attainable once you stop looking outside yourself
for the source and realize that it can be found within you. You
will identify the unique abilities that comprise your human
spirit—such as gratitude, humility, compassion, and
generosity—and explore how to use them in ways that will
not only remove your feelings of incompleteness, but also allow
you to experience happiness in an invigorating and spiritually
refreshing way.
Based on ancient wisdom and modern
psychology, the thoughtful, heartfelt anecdotes and inspiring,
easy-to-follow exercises will carry you beyond your present
state of discontent and open for you an entirely new path
toward becoming the best you you can possibly be.
Praise for Happiness and the Human Spirit
“In this highly readable text ... one finds humor, reality, and encouragement. Recommended.”
—Congregational Libraries Today
“Defines [spirituality] in terms that reflect deeply held values and character traits.... Very readable.”
—Jewish Book World
“Useful to believers and nonbelievers of every stripe.... [Places] an emphasis on deeds. Along the way, many wise maxims crop up.”
—Publishers Weekly
Praise for Abraham J. Twerski’s Work
“Provides us with an understanding
of our spiritual side…. It’s like a conversation
with a warm and trusted friend.”
—Betty
Ford, former first lady; founder,
Betty Ford Treatment Center
“Written with clarity, compassion,
comics and practical wisdom … harvests a lifetime of
spiritual study, psychological counseling and life experience
guiding us to be our best and our happiest.”
—Rabbi
Elie Kaplan Spitz, author, Does the Soul Survive?
A Jewish Journey to Belief in Afterlife, Past Lives & Living with Purpose
A Jewish Journey to Belief in Afterlife, Past Lives & Living with Purpose
“Reveals that there can never be
true happiness without spirituality. The essence of true
happiness is in realizing oneself and being the best human
being one can be—and that is spirituality.”
—Christopher
Kennedy Lawford, author,
Symptoms of Withdrawal: A Memoir of Snapshots and Redemption
Symptoms of Withdrawal: A Memoir of Snapshots and Redemption
“Much more than studying genetic
factors, set points, or diet prescriptions, Dr. Twerski’s
simple examples and entertaining explanations make reading this
book a happy and life changing event.”
—Judi
Hollis, PhD, author, Hot & Heavy:
Finding Your Soul through Food and Sex and From Bagels to Buddha
Finding Your Soul through Food and Sex and From Bagels to Buddha
“I defy anyone to read this book and
not become kinder, more spiritual and insightful. For people of
all faiths, and of none, by one of the great Jewish teachers of
our age. If you want to be a blessing in the lives of
those around you, and in your own life, read this
book.”
—Rabbi
Joseph Telushkin, author,
A Code of Jewish Ethics and Jewish Literacy
A Code of Jewish Ethics and Jewish Literacy
“[A] careful delineation of
Spiritual Deficiency Syndrome and a detailed presentation of
the aspects of the unique human spirit will smooth the path for
undertaking ten steps to happiness. Gentle humor and subtle
stories will weave their way into your life. This appreciation
of spirituality will make anyone want to pursue that goal ...
and learn how better to do so.”
—Ernest
Kurtz, PhD, coauthor, The Spirituality of Imperfection:
Storytelling and the Search for Meaning
Storytelling and the Search for Meaning
“Exceptionally well-written,
thought-provoking … discusses the need in all of us to
lead meaningful lives.”
—Robert
J. Ackerman, PhD, author, A Husband’s Little Black Book:
Commonsense, Wit and Wisdom for a Better Marriage; and A Wife’s
Little Red Book: Commonsense, Wit and Wisdom for a Better
Marriage
“Wonderful … explains what we
are missing and how to achieve it. Filled with stories and
written in a direct, personal way … could well help
people to find nothing short of meaning
and happiness.”
—Elliot
N. Dorff, PhD, author,
The Way Into Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World)
The Way Into Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World)
“Brilliant…. Shows how
happiness and spirituality are intertwined and achievable.
Simply reading this joyful writing will put you on the road to
happiness.”
—Rabbi
Berel Wein, founder and director of
The Destiny Foundation; author, Triumph of Survival
The Destiny Foundation; author, Triumph of Survival
“An important book for those who
seek true happiness, and doesn’t everybody?
—John
Bradshaw, personal growth expert;
author,
Healing the Shame That Binds You
Healing the Shame That Binds You
“An inspirational guide that
everyone can use. Profoundly wise, combines practical steps to
take and uplifting stories. A must read.”
—Dr.
Barbara Becker Holstein, happiness
coach; author, The Enchanted
Self:
A Positive Therapy and Recipes for Enchantment, the Secret Ingredient Is You!
A Positive Therapy and Recipes for Enchantment, the Secret Ingredient Is You!
“Puts into words the yearning we all
feel to live fully with joy and happiness. Helps us on our
journey by gently teaching the heart and guiding the mind as we
journey toward a life of greater contentment.”
—Karyn
D. Kedar, author, The Bridge to Forgiveness:
Stories and Prayers for Finding God and Restoring Wholeness
Stories and Prayers for Finding God and Restoring Wholeness
