You don’t have to be perfect
Old Happy culture taught you that, if you can just find a way to be perfect, then everything will be okay.
Then you'll be happy. Then you'll feel like you belong. Then you'll be able to make a difference in the world.
It doesn't work that way. In fact, it's the opposite: the sooner that you realize that you're acceptable right now, exactly as you are, the sooner you will be able to be happy, to discover your sense of belonging, and to make a positive impact on others.
Start saying to yourself, “I’m acceptable right now, exactly as I am.” Then watch what happens—how your self-acceptance helps you to grow.
(Today marks the one year anniversary of my bestselling book, New Happy. What a year it's been! I never could have dreamed of what would have happened—how New Happy has sparked a global movement that's working to make our world a place where everyone can be happy.
If you haven't yet gotten your copy, it's 25% off on Bookshop (use code MHAM25) or 31% off on Amazon right now.)
The Definitive Guide to Happiness
A groundbreaking new approach based on a decade’s worth of research and brought to life with beautiful artwork, New Happy shows you the proven path to happiness.
