Book Review — The Happiness Trap: How to Stop Struggling and Start Living — by Russ Harris

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The Happiness Trap (Second Edition): How to Stop Struggling and Start Living

Introduction

• “The Happiness Trap: How to Stop Struggling and Start Living” by Russ Harris is a powerful guide to understanding and applying Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to overcome the struggles of modern life and find genuine happiness.
• Harris, a medical doctor and psychotherapist, offers a practical and scientifically-backed approach to help readers break free from the relentless pursuit of happiness and instead embrace a more fulfilling way of living.

Summary

The book is divided into sections that address the misconceptions about happiness and provide actionable strategies for applying ACT principles to everyday life:

The Happiness Myth

• Harris challenges the common belief that happiness is a natural state we should constantly strive for.