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A true story about why we sabotage ourselves, feel overwhelmed, set aside our dreams, and lack the courage to simply be ourselves... and how to start choosing happiness again!

Are you happy? It may be the wrong question. Most of us think we are relatively happy, while at the same time knowing that we could be happier maybe even a lot happier. Ordinary people and the finest philosophers have been exploring the question of happiness for thousands of years, and theories abound. But this is not a book of theory. Resisting Happiness is a deeply personal, disarmingly transparent look at why we sabotage our own happiness and what to do about it.

Are you overwhelmed? Do you procrastinate? Do you sometimes feel like you are your own worst enemy? Are you ignoring your dreams? Have you lost the courage to truly be yourself? Do you feel that your life lacks meaning and purpose? Do you find yourself avoiding the real issues in your life and focusing on the superficial?

We all experience these feelings and doubts from time to time. But do you know what to do when you experience them? In this fascinating book, Matthew Kelly, uses his signature combination of the profound and the practical, to help us understand why we feel these things and how to rise above them. Breaking through resistance, Kelly tells us, is essential to becoming the-best-version-of-ourselves and living with passion and purpose.

What is resistance? It's that sluggish feeling of not wanting to do something that you know is good for you. It's the inclination to do something that you unabashedly know is not good for you. It's the desire and tendency to delay something you should be doing right now.

It is resistance that stands between you and happiness. In these pages you will learn not only what it is, but how to recognize and conquer it in your own life.

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Matthew Kelly is a best-selling author, speaker, thought leader, entrepreneur, consultant, spiritual leader, and innovator.

He has dedicated his life to helping people and organizations become the-best-version-of-themselves. Born in Sydney, Australia, he began speaking and writing in his late teens while he was attending business school. Since that time, 5 million people have attended his seminars and presentations in more than 50 countries.

Today, Kelly is an internationally acclaimed speaker, author, and business consultant. His books have been published in more than 30 languages, have appeared on the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestseller lists, and have sold more than 45 million copies.

In his early-twenties he developed "the-best-version-of-yourself" concept and has been sharing it in every arena of life for more than twenty-five years. It is quoted by presidents and celebrities, athletes and their coaches, business leaders and innovators, though perhaps it is never more powerfully quoted than when a mother or father asks a child, "Will that help you become the-best-version-of-yourself?"

Kelly's personal interests include golf, music, art, literature, investing, spirituality, and spending time with his wife, Meggie, and their children Walter, Isabel, Harry, Ralph, and Simon.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Blue Sparrow; 2nd edition (December 1, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1942611927
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1942611929
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.3 ounces
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Matthew Kelly is a best-selling author, speaker, thought leader, entrepreneur, consultant, spiritual leader, and innovator.

He has dedicated his life to helping people and organizations become the-best-version-of-themselves. Born in Sydney, Australia, he began speaking and writing in his late teens while he was attending business school. Since that time, 5 million people have attended his seminars and presentations in more than 50 countries.

Today, Kelly is an internationally acclaimed speaker, author, and business consultant. His books have been published in more than 30 languages, have appeared on The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestseller lists, and have sold more than 50 million copies.

In his early-twenties he developed "the-best-version-of-yourself" concept and has been sharing it in every arena of life for more than twenty-five years. It is quoted by presidents and celebrities, athletes and their coaches, business leaders and innovators, though perhaps it is never more powerfully quoted than when a mother or father asks a child, "Will that help you become the-best-version-of-yourself?"

Kelly's personal interests include golf, music, art, literature, investing, spirituality, and spending time with his wife, Meggie, and their children Walter, Isabel, Harry, Ralph, and Simon.

To Learn more about Matthew and his work, please visit: MatthewKelly.com

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This book is not the end-all-be-all guide to happiness but rather points to consider as to how to approach and achieve happiness
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This book is not the end-all-be-all guide to happiness but rather points to consider as to how to approach and achieve happiness
I was highly disappointed by the harsh judgement people passed on this book’s content, especially people who claimed they didn’t read the whole book. I believe in objective reviews to help people make objective purchases, so all the subjective and biased negative comments just made me realize some people still don’t realize that the world doesn’t revolve around them.(I came across this book at my church so it’s not a verified purchase, and I read the entire book in one sitting, so it’s an easy read.)So, here’s my objective review of its content: Does the cover hint at it being a Christian book? No... back cover does, though. Is it the best book in the world? No... Is it a wise guide by which we should live our lives? Nope... Did it change my life? No, but it gave me some points to think about how I was approaching my happiness and what I am doing to achieve it. And that’s it. That’s what this book is about: just giving people points to consider. Should you buy this book? That depends on you.—Keep this in mind, people: there is no guide in life for how to be happy. Happiness is subjective to each person, and just because you don’t believe in a “God-sized hole” does not mean someone else doesn’t. And if “God and church” make someone else happy it doesn’t mean that has to be the source of your happiness as well, just like your sources of happiness will not be the same for person after you.People seem to forget that words are important, and in a day and age where the Internet is the source of most of our information, we must all realize that our words have a very powerful effect on other people. Someone out there may be needing just a sliver of the positivity that this book may offer them to carry on with whatever issue they may be having, but your frustration and negativity (because this book wasn’t what you expected it to be) might have just ruined their perception of what this book may or may not offer them. So please think twice about passing negative judgment on something that doesn’t fit your ideals. If it doesn’t fit your ideals, take what you can/want from the book then move on.
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Jamy
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book! Felt very motivational
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2024
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This was a great read! I felt very connected and could relate to the writer so much and we are totally opposite by how he describes his life and experiences in the book. Very uplifting!
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CMM
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
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I know I will read this over and over again. Thought provoking and life changing if you choice not to resist happiness.
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Neko
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2023
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I really enjoyed this book. First book I have fully read since 8th grade. Originally my godfather purchased this for me years ago and somebody gave that copy to someone. So I bought this copy and definitely a must read for any person born into the faith and struggling (young adult definitely). I’m 31 and I just got around to reading it back in November to early December. Had me a filling of the Holy Spirit mid December and got confirmed in January at 31. After a couple weeks of study. Now that I’m writing this review, I don’t think it would have happened like it did without implementing some of the advise in this book. Like dedicating an hour of your work to something or someone. And I was working on the back of the garbage truck at the time, so I had plenty of hours in the elements to turn my work into prayer. Then started praying Devine mercy and rosary on back of truck.(would kinda feel slight presence of Holy Spirit on forehead while praying)…then after one of those days on a Saturday…early Sunday morning while praying Devine Mercy before bed…Filling of the Holy Spirit and god told me to get confirmed sooner rather than later (at 31). This book played a part in his plans for me. I would recommend for any struggling youth who has been baptized in the faith.
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pilgrim woman
5.0 out of 5 stars Upbeat and practical
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2018
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All Matthew Kelly's books that I've read have been great, and "Resisting Happiness" may be his best: it really is helpful and is changing the lives of the six people in our book club who are currently reading it and finding how often resistance deters us from our good intentions. We agree it is like having a conversation with Matthew because he has a consistently friendly voice; moreover, he anticipates potential questions and gives lucid answers. His tone is kind and practical, and, unlike some other popular spiritual writers, he doesn't boast about himself or talk down to his audience. He uses his own life story, a uniquely compelling one, to illustrate his advice, often to demonstrate what NOT to do. His anecdotes are especially delightful when he briefly mentions his young children.
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Richard Camacho
4.0 out of 5 stars - Great emphasis and a reminder on having a Loving God ...
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2017
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My shortlist highlight are:
- Great emphasis and a reminder on having a Loving God for anyone to fully appreciate and embrace the verse of "thy will be done".
- Great content about self awareness and aligning it to the commitment of being the best versions of ourselves based on God's teachings.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2023
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Great book! Everyone should read it and see how you can you stop resisting your happiness.
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Abi
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2022
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This book has helped me get through a really hard time in my life. When I hit rock bottom this book gave me hope and helped me look at myself in a better way that made me a stronger person.
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Craig Schmeckpeper
5.0 out of 5 stars The best book for Catholics
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2022
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I am in the process of bringing God back to the center of my life. This book was a great launching point for me. Matthew Kelly is a tremendous writer and his words have spoken to me like no other.
I highly recommend this book. I plan on reading more of Matthew Kelly's books.
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NayelliDominguez
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy buen libro
Reviewed in Mexico on October 6, 2021
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Me encanto este libro, súper bonito aprendizaje literal lo amé ❤️
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in India on May 16, 2018
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Interesting not the usual approach , very new approach
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5.0 out of 5 stars I did resist!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 2, 2018
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Very insightful writing. I recognized how his writing changes from the books when he was single and now that he is a family man! Looking forward for his other 'babblings' 😀. Very commendable book.
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Zitrone
3.0 out of 5 stars Good read but...
Reviewed in Germany on February 18, 2018
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I read this book about 3 weeks ago and enjoyed it, but I can honestly not remember at all now what it was about, what the message was or how I can implement it into my life... This usually does not happen with a great book. So, I guess it is a little redundant. I think, the message is to stop procrastinating. So, maybe start by not reading the book?
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ChungOfWar
5.0 out of 5 stars A very uplifting and eye opening book
Reviewed in Canada on February 28, 2017
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I have read many books by Matthew Kelly and this one does not disappoint. It is a simple read with deep topics. I always learnt so much from each book but this one I found myself highlighting so many different areas. I will definitely be going back to this book to reference key topics. Thank Mr. Kelly for another heartfelt book which has touched my soul.
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