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Resources
Books, mobile apps, YouTube channels—here are things that I've used along the way to improve my mental well-being, spark my joy and creativity, and find my purpose in life again. Have a peek around and see if anything resonates with you!
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The Happiness Project
by Gretchen Rubin
"One rainy afternoon, while riding a city bus, Gretchen Rubin asked herself, “What do I want from life, anyway?” She answered, “I want to be happy”—yet she spent no time thinking about her happiness. In a flash, she decided to dedicate a year to a happiness project."
Mending Matters
by Katrina Rodabaugh
"Shares 22 how-to techniques to mend, stitch, patch, and repair your favorite denim and more. This book focuses exclusively on hand-stitching to repair woven garments like linen, cotton, silk, and denim. Includes five original essays, contributor quotes, and over 200 color photographs."
The Happiness of Pursuit
- by Chris Guillebeau
“The Happiness of Pursuit is smart, honest, and dangerous. Why dangerous? Because it is as practical as it is inspiring. You won’t just be daydreaming about your quest—you’ll be packing for it!”—Brené Brown
Furiously Happy
by Jenny Lawson
"For most of my life I’ve battled depression, anxiety and a host of other disorders, but I wrote this book less as a manual on how-to-survive-mental-illness and more of a compendium on how-to-thrive-in-spite-of-your-brain-being-a-real-bastard." - Jenny Lawson
The Happiness Track
by Emma Sepp älä
"Backed by extensive research in psychology and neuroscience, THE HAPPINESS TRACK offers a wealth of insight for changing how we approach our work, our personal lives, and our relationships. It’s a carefully researched, engaging look at how to improve ourselves without losing our authenticity or our sanity." - Adam Grant
Mobile Apps
Unwinding Anxiety
by sharecare
"Unwinding Anxiety® is an app-based program clinically proven to reduce anxiety through guided lessons, mindfulness exercises, and community support."
Purposeful
by Kumanu
"Our purpose-inspired platform helps people bring their best to what matters most every day – and streamlines access to resources, ensuring nothing stands in their way. An authentically engaging experience leads to better results..."