Dr. Dan Baker, director of the Life Enhancement Program at Canyon Ranch, has devoted his life to teaching people how to be happy. And apparently, most of us could use a little tutoring. Research has shown that the root of unhappiness--fear--lies in the oldest, reptilian part of our brains, and negative reactions are often dictated by primal inst... more »

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ISBN-13: 9780312321598 ISBN-10: 0312321597 Publication Date: 1/19/2004 Pages: 272 Rating: Currently 3.4/5 Stars. 7 3.4 stars, based on 7 ratings	Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin Book Type: Paperback Other Versions: Hardcover Members Wishing: 0 Reviews: Member \| Amazon \| Write a Review

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Judy M. reviewed What Happy People Know : How the New Science of Happiness Can Change Your Life for the Better on 5/19/2008 + 2 more book reviews

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I enjoyed this book a couple years ago -- easy reading with some good nuggets of wisdom... one that has stuck with me is that research indicates that one of the most important keys to happiness is being grateful/appreciating what we have. For readers who are already aware of this, reading the book may make you more aware of its subtleties.

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