Joyful : the surprising power of ordinary things to create extraordinary happiness
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New York : Little, Brown Spark, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company, [2018].
ISBN
9780316399265, 0316399264
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Published
New York : Little, Brown Spark, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company, [2018].
Format
Book
Physical Desc
359 pages : illustrations, charts ; 25 cm
Language
English
ISBN
9780316399265, 0316399264
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 323-344) and index.
Description
Have you ever wondered why we stop to watch the orange glow that arrives before sunset, or why we flock to see cherry blossoms bloom in spring? Is there a reason that people -- regardless of gender, age, culture, or ethnicity -- are mesmerized by baby animals, and can't help but smile when they see a burst of confetti or a cluster of colorful balloons? We are often made to feel that the physical world has little or no impact on our inner joy. Increasingly, experts urge us to find balance and calm by looking inward -- through mindfulness or meditation -- and muting the outside world. But what if the natural vibrancy of our surroundings is actually our most renewable and easily accessible source of joy? In Joyful, designer Ingrid Fetell Lee explores how the seemingly mundane spaces and objects we interact with every day have surprising and powerful effects on our mood. Drawing on insights from neuroscience and psychology, she explains why one setting makes us feel anxious or competitive, while another fosters acceptance and delight -- and, most importantly, she reveals how we can harness the power of our surroundings to live fuller, healthier, and truly joyful lives.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Lee, I. F. (2018). Joyful: the surprising power of ordinary things to create extraordinary happiness (First edition.). Little, Brown Spark, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Lee, Ingrid Fetell. 2018. Joyful: The Surprising Power of Ordinary Things to Create Extraordinary Happiness. Little, Brown Spark, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Lee, Ingrid Fetell. Joyful: The Surprising Power of Ordinary Things to Create Extraordinary Happiness Little, Brown Spark, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company, 2018.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Lee, Ingrid Fetell. Joyful: The Surprising Power of Ordinary Things to Create Extraordinary Happiness First edition., Little, Brown Spark, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company, 2018.
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