How to be a Well Being in uncertain times

“May you live in interesting times.”

That’s an old expression that is usually used as a curse of sorts. No one would deny that we live in interesting times during the year 2020. Many people would gladly exchange 2020 for an uninteresting and tranquil year.

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In my new book, How to be a Well Being, my co-authors and I present 22 rules to help you maintain a positive mindset and regain control of your happiness in a world gone mad. We tackle the question: Can you be happier if nothing around you changed? (Spoiler alert: Yes, you can!)

I had a chance to discuss some of the main lessons from the book for Bentley University’s Office of Alumni and Family Engagement. Here’s what we covered:

• How to minimize the effect of external events on your level of happiness

• The impact your emotions have on your friends and family

• Sleep as a mental health booster

• The power of gratitude

• Leverage past regrets for a better future

• And, a whole lot more…

Here’s a link to the recording. Enjoy!