Why Am I So Damn Unhappy? And what to do about it
How happy are you? Are you very happy, sort of happy, not very happy, damn unhappy? Would you like to be happier? Probably, because most people settle for a lot less happiness than they can achieve and deserve.

“―the pursuit of happiness” is one of the most famous phrases in the Declaration of Independence; one of the “inalienable rights” of man (and woman).

When James Downton, Jr., Ph.D. a.k.a. Dr. Bob, the Happiness Coach asks, in his newly published book Why Am I So Damn Unhappy: And What to Do About It!, he is offering the answer to why so many people everywhere, including our precious and troubled teenagers, just can’t begin and end the days of their lives with an overall feeling of happiness.

Why Am I So Damn Unhappy: And What to Do About It! offers solid advice and real solutions that can make life-long attitude changes in the life of an otherwise miserable to mildly depressed individual.

Chapters like Placing Blame is a Great Game; Lower the Bar A Few Inches; and Going on Guilt Trips deal with the thin veil of human insecurities that can keep people unhappy, sad, and in the worst cases, suicidal.

Why am I so Damn Unhappy? is written by a fictional character named “Bob.” He’s a former stand-up comedian who became a happiness coach. Using humor and honesty, Bob wakes people up to what’s making them unhappy and shows them what to do about it. For example, he helps them understand how to counterattack when the “punies” have them on the run, how to quit taking guilt trips, and how to untie the knots of fear in their minds.

This book is set off from other self-help books about happiness by the nature of the issues it covers, its story approach, dialogue format, and humor. It also has a lively sense of imagination as famous people show up to teach. These guest coaches add an element of surprise to keep the book interesting. Creative Sidetracks in the book give readers helpful insights to increase their happiness. Coaching tips appear at the end of each chapter to reinforce the key teachings.
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Why Am I So Damn Unhappy? And what to do about it
How happy are you? Are you very happy, sort of happy, not very happy, damn unhappy? Would you like to be happier? Probably, because most people settle for a lot less happiness than they can achieve and deserve.

“―the pursuit of happiness” is one of the most famous phrases in the Declaration of Independence; one of the “inalienable rights” of man (and woman).

When James Downton, Jr., Ph.D. a.k.a. Dr. Bob, the Happiness Coach asks, in his newly published book Why Am I So Damn Unhappy: And What to Do About It!, he is offering the answer to why so many people everywhere, including our precious and troubled teenagers, just can’t begin and end the days of their lives with an overall feeling of happiness.

Why Am I So Damn Unhappy: And What to Do About It! offers solid advice and real solutions that can make life-long attitude changes in the life of an otherwise miserable to mildly depressed individual.

Chapters like Placing Blame is a Great Game; Lower the Bar A Few Inches; and Going on Guilt Trips deal with the thin veil of human insecurities that can keep people unhappy, sad, and in the worst cases, suicidal.

Why am I so Damn Unhappy? is written by a fictional character named “Bob.” He’s a former stand-up comedian who became a happiness coach. Using humor and honesty, Bob wakes people up to what’s making them unhappy and shows them what to do about it. For example, he helps them understand how to counterattack when the “punies” have them on the run, how to quit taking guilt trips, and how to untie the knots of fear in their minds.

This book is set off from other self-help books about happiness by the nature of the issues it covers, its story approach, dialogue format, and humor. It also has a lively sense of imagination as famous people show up to teach. These guest coaches add an element of surprise to keep the book interesting. Creative Sidetracks in the book give readers helpful insights to increase their happiness. Coaching tips appear at the end of each chapter to reinforce the key teachings.
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Why Am I So Damn Unhappy? And what to do about it

Why Am I So Damn Unhappy? And what to do about it

by James Downton, Jr.
Why Am I So Damn Unhappy? And what to do about it

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How happy are you? Are you very happy, sort of happy, not very happy, damn unhappy? Would you like to be happier? Probably, because most people settle for a lot less happiness than they can achieve and deserve.

“―the pursuit of happiness” is one of the most famous phrases in the Declaration of Independence; one of the “inalienable rights” of man (and woman).

When James Downton, Jr., Ph.D. a.k.a. Dr. Bob, the Happiness Coach asks, in his newly published book Why Am I So Damn Unhappy: And What to Do About It!, he is offering the answer to why so many people everywhere, including our precious and troubled teenagers, just can’t begin and end the days of their lives with an overall feeling of happiness.

Why Am I So Damn Unhappy: And What to Do About It! offers solid advice and real solutions that can make life-long attitude changes in the life of an otherwise miserable to mildly depressed individual.

Chapters like Placing Blame is a Great Game; Lower the Bar A Few Inches; and Going on Guilt Trips deal with the thin veil of human insecurities that can keep people unhappy, sad, and in the worst cases, suicidal.

Why am I so Damn Unhappy? is written by a fictional character named “Bob.” He’s a former stand-up comedian who became a happiness coach. Using humor and honesty, Bob wakes people up to what’s making them unhappy and shows them what to do about it. For example, he helps them understand how to counterattack when the “punies” have them on the run, how to quit taking guilt trips, and how to untie the knots of fear in their minds.

This book is set off from other self-help books about happiness by the nature of the issues it covers, its story approach, dialogue format, and humor. It also has a lively sense of imagination as famous people show up to teach. These guest coaches add an element of surprise to keep the book interesting. Creative Sidetracks in the book give readers helpful insights to increase their happiness. Coaching tips appear at the end of each chapter to reinforce the key teachings.

Product Details

BN ID: 2940013136595
Publisher: Reed, Robert D. Publishers
Publication date: 08/16/2011
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 138
File size: 448 KB

About the Author

Jim Downton received his Ph.D. from the University of California at Berkeley. He taught four years at California State University in San Francisco and thirty-five years at the University of Colorado in Boulder. His research focused on social change and collective dynamics. In addition to publishing articles, he produced three books: The Persistent Activist: How Peace Commitment Develops and Survives, (with Paul Wehr), Perseus Press, 1997; Sacred Journeys: The Conversion of Young Americans to Divine Light Mission, Columbia University Press, 1979; and Rebel Leadership: Commitment and Charisma in the Revolutionary Process, The Free Press, 1973.
At the University of Colorado, Jim taught courses in sociology, personal development, and creativity. His innovative approaches to teaching earned him three of the university’s top teaching excellence awards: “The Best Should Teach Award” from the Graduate Teacher Program in 2004, “The Boulder Faculty Assembly Teaching Excellence Award” in 1992, and “The Student/Alumni Teaching Excellence Award” in 1991. For his research, teaching, and service, Jim was promoted to the rank of Full Professor. He retired from the university in 2004.
Jim’s teaching inspired him to create the “Life Gardening Project,” an effort to help people improve their lives. As part of this project, he leads workshops covering the issues of happiness, personal growth, and creativity, gives public talks, and publishes self-help books. Why am I so DAMN Unhappy? is part of this life gardening work, along with four self-help books published by Humanics Publishing Group.
• Blooming: Teachings of a Woo Master (2005)
• The Woo Way: A New Way of Living and Being (2003)
• Playful Mind: Bringing Creativity to Life (2003)
• Awakening Minds: The Power of Creativity in Teaching (2003)
Jim has been happily married to Mary for forty-nine years and they have two daughters. He leads an active life, playing tennis and squash, hiking in the mountains, and creating art in his studio. To learn more about his creative work, visit his website, www.lifegardening.com.
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