Ray White’s Connecting Happiness and Success: A Guide to Creating Success Through Happiness is an interesting self-help guide on how to reassess your life and change it for the better. White poses the compelling argument that we should focus upon happiness rather than success as, contrary to what many assume, happiness does not follow success. As most people’s definition of success is heavily flawed, we spend far too much time toiling after unattainable goals of wealth and fame and end up discontented and unhappy with our current lot in life. White proposes that to combat this we should instead realize that success follows happiness, and so appreciate and enhance the various facets in our lives which are vital to happiness.

Just the act of reading Ray White’s Connecting Happiness and Success will make you feel motivated to turn your thoughts and actions around to be more positive. While the concepts and practices that White lays out are nothing new, the various academic studies researching the subject of happiness that he references are fascinating - they certainly show that he knows his material well and lend much credence to his arguments on the need for people to redefine their assumptions relating to success and happiness. I also found the many anecdotes that he relates highly entertaining, as they gave his book a nice personal touch. The book further includes many interactive activities and suggestions which will give you a helpful boost in making happiness and thereby success a part of your life. All in all, it was an insightful read.

Connecting Happiness and Success by Ray White starts from the premise that happiness hasn’t got anything to do with money and the idea of success is relative, depending on what people want from life. Many surveys show that money doesn’t make people happy but activities that serve a higher purpose make them feel authentic. White deconstructs the myth of happiness through material things as well as measuring happiness through frugal pleasures. Understanding the difference between pleasure and happiness; taking control of their lives by doing things they want to do and not things that family, friends and society expect them to do; finding a higher purpose and working daily towards it - these are the necessary steps that anyone can take in order to achieve happiness. As for success, this is relative as everyone has their own definition of success, but the idea is that people don’t have to wait until that moment comes in order to be happy; they can use their happiness as a tool to achieve success.

Connecting Happiness and Success by Ray White is enjoyable and easy to read, written in a conversational tone. There are many case studies and examples from real people as well as from studies that help clarify some ideas within the book. The chapters are well organized and there are many exercises throughout the book that help readers implement the concepts explained in each chapter. I particularly enjoyed the chapters about how to exercise your will power and how to form a new habit, and the exercises that accompany them are more than useful. I recommend this book to anyone who feels that there is more to life than their career or material goals, as well as to anyone who wants to change their life for the better.

Connecting Happiness and Success: A Guide to Creating Success through Happiness by Ray White is a thought-provoking guide to happiness. In twenty-two detailed chapters, White examines what happiness really is, why it is important to success and how to get it. A sound theory based on extensive research proves that happiness leads to success. While the two concepts are interrelated, workaholics show that hard work achieves goals, but does not necessarily make people happy. Focusing on a plan for happiness provides the motivation, positive habits and energy needed to feel satisfied, content and fulfilled. Throughout the book are seven concepts aimed at helping victims of the rat-race change their way of thinking. White’s awe-inspiring reflection on a common problem plaguing society takes a fresh look at the daily practices that can lead to happiness. Used as a tool for success, this manual includes chapter exercises that assist in aligning values, visualizing dreams, measuring goals and living a higher purpose.

Ray White in Connecting Happiness and Success: A Guide to Creating Success through Happiness inspires a powerful self-reflection, resulting in a personal inventory of authentic mindfulness. Anyone with a desire to grow and change will benefit from reading this fascinating book. As a veteran leadership coach, White lays the foundation for better living. This empowering book would make the perfect gift for a high school or college graduate who is just starting out in their career. This how-to-guide redefines success and provides an easy to follow roadmap for priority implementation and autonomy. Eliminate stress, take control of your life today and live the vision of a better you. Pick up a copy of Connecting Happiness and Success by Ray White to choose happiness and become an instant success.

Connecting Happiness and Success: A Guide to Creating Success Through Happiness by Ray White is a good book that will guide readers in discovering happiness and success on a daily basis. In this book, the author describes a step by step process of how to work towards contentment, fulfillment and satisfaction. The author shares techniques and habits that will help readers practice happiness every day. The examples given by the author and the realistic approach toward the topic helps readers to change their perspective and bring a good balance in their lives. The first four sections of the book describe how to be happy and the last three focus on how to be successful.

The author's definition of happiness is indeed very helpful. The difference between pleasure and happiness is also reviewed by the author. The chart depicting how pleasure can connect and disconnect with happiness is quite interesting. The theme is so perfect and relevant in today's times and the mix of advice and science has been handled well. The book is beneficial, uplifting and useful to all readers. It tells you how to take control of your life and develop positive relationships. All the charts, tables and exercises make it an interactive guide. This is a book that will definitely touch lives.