Shortcuts to a Happier Life: Essays on Life, Love, and Parenting

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If happiness is the absence of problems, would anyone ever be happy

For over 25 years, psychotherapist Sean Grover has worked with people seeking relief from unhappy situations: financial ruin, failed relationships, sudden illness or loss. Life comes with all kinds of built-in hardships, but the most stubborn challenges are the ones we create for ourselves.

"Shortcuts to a Happier Life" is a collection of Sean's most popular essays from his Psychology Today blog, which has gathered over ten million reads and whose audience continues to grow.

"Ultimately, we must wrestle with ourselves to get to the heart of life's complex problems," Sean writes, "Only then can we see beyond the surface issues and develop sustainable solutions."

Designed to inspire reflection and contemplation, and covering topics from heartbreak to social anxiety, Sean's essays highlight uplifting stories to encourage change on the deepest level.

"Shortcuts to a Happier Life" reminds you that self-generated happiness is sustainable even during times of hardship.

Reviews

"Beautifully insightful essays that will comfort and inspire you."
Mike Royce, Emmy and Peabody Award-winning writer

"What a gift to the world! Sean brings his keen insight and vast experience to every essay. Read them in order or skip around. I plan to use this book for myself and as a training tool for my staff."
Diana Gasperoni, Founder & CEO BeWELL Psychotherapy

"Shortcuts to a Happier Life" captivates readers. Sean's essays will challenge you to think differently, laugh a little, and reflect on your life."
Liz Morrison, Psychotherapist

"Distilled from his years as a psychotherapist, Sean documents how changing one's perspective can transform a life and capture the creative magic between patient and therapist."
Dr. Julie Low, Psychiatrist, NYU Faculty

"Shortcuts to a Happier Life" offers self-healing work on every page."
Dr. Leonard Rosenblum, Union Square Spine

"Sean Grover's essays are a joy to read. His care and thoughtfulness leap from the page."
Jonathan Curelop, author of Tanker 10

"Wit and wisdom on every other page. Kidding! On every page. I'll be keeping it handy. You should, too."
Bill Santiago, Comedian and author of "Pardon my Spanglish"

"Sean's essays are accessible, clarifying, motivating-- a perfect starting place for those needing a change."
Ari Brand, Broadway actor, writer and parent

"Mr. Grover's writing cuts right to the heart of America."
Suzanna Bowling, Times Square Chronicles

"Grover offers readable bites of advice, case studies from his 20 years working with families, and personal stories of his own trials."
Leannie Italie, Associated Press Associated Press

Author Bio

Sean Grover is a psychotherapist and best-selling author with over 25 years of experience. Sean has appeared on the Today Show and over 200 podcasts and radio shows, and leads one of the largest group therapy practices in the United States. Sean's parenting book, "When Kids Call The Shots" was named Best New Nonfiction by Publishers Weekly and is translated into Chinese, Korean, Russian, and Estorian. Sean lives in Manhattan with his wife, two daughters, and a bossy terrier named Oliver.