June 24th, 2024
by Morgan A. Mitchell
by Morgan A. Mitchell
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Imagine a book that challenges you to live a full life and be your best self, yet also assures you that life is good and that no matter what, you're an amazing person.
Aggressively Happy by Joy Marie Clarkson is that book. After someone attempted to insult her on social media by calling her "aggressively happy", she took it as a compliment and used it as inspiration for this book.
Aggressively Happy by Joy Marie Clarkson is that book. After someone attempted to insult her on social media by calling her "aggressively happy", she took it as a compliment and used it as inspiration for this book.
Summary
Nobody needs to tell us that the world is a dark, discouraging place. Everyone is aware of death, sickness, and evil. However, that doesn't mean we have to let the darkness affect us.
Joy Clarkson explores this topic in a relatable, non-preachy way. She believes that despite how awful life can be, we can be happy and have the potential to have a wonderful life. She lays out how to deal with negativity, both in the shape of people and thoughts, and gives practical tips on how to enjoy life and have joy.
Joy Clarkson explores this topic in a relatable, non-preachy way. She believes that despite how awful life can be, we can be happy and have the potential to have a wonderful life. She lays out how to deal with negativity, both in the shape of people and thoughts, and gives practical tips on how to enjoy life and have joy.
Pros and Cons
First of all, look at the cover. Doesn't it brighten up your day a little bit?
Joy writes in a personal, friendly way. She's like a pen pal, older sister, and mentor rolled into one. It's like you're stepping into the presence of a good friend who cares about you.
There's plenty of down-to-earth advice about how to be aggressively happy, but she also acknowledges how hard life is and shares several personal experiences, making you feel like you're not the only one. If you're looking for a book about being joyful despite the circumstances, this is it.
The only con about this book is that it ends too soon.
Joy writes in a personal, friendly way. She's like a pen pal, older sister, and mentor rolled into one. It's like you're stepping into the presence of a good friend who cares about you.
There's plenty of down-to-earth advice about how to be aggressively happy, but she also acknowledges how hard life is and shares several personal experiences, making you feel like you're not the only one. If you're looking for a book about being joyful despite the circumstances, this is it.
The only con about this book is that it ends too soon.
Notes
At the end of each chapter there's a list of things to watch, read, and listen to, as well as questions to make you think about the topic. Because of this, this book would work well for small groups.
And just a warning: Joy's infectious cheerfulness is contagious. Before the end of the book you might find yourself emulating her.
This book is good for both men and women.
And just a warning: Joy's infectious cheerfulness is contagious. Before the end of the book you might find yourself emulating her.
This book is good for both men and women.
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6 Comments
Sounds very interesting! I'll have to check it out!
I hope you enjoy it!
I love all the books by Joy's mama, Sally. I can't wait to read this one! Sounds like a good one to help push back against the negativity of the world!
It is! A great book for everyone.
What a wonderful review.I am going to find that one. Great job .
Thank you!