Happiness is a basic human desire and one of the founding principles of the United States. Yet, it is something many find elusive, as well as a subject about which we have many questions. What fundamental truths will make us happy, even in turbulent times? Do we know why happiness seems out of reach? When our economic foundations are shaken, we may feel being happy belongs to the past, not the future.

In "Finding Happiness with Aristotle as Your Guide: Action Strategies Based on 10 Timeless Ideas," authors Gary Madvin and Geraldine Markel demonstrate how to deal with the problems of today and get back on the path to happiness. They provide vignettes of situations to which many can relate and show how the philosophical principles of Aristotle, one of the greatest thinkers of all time, can be used to move beyond the "stoppers" to finding-or rediscovering-happiness.

Whether you're a businessperson, community leader, wage earner, or retiree, you can follow Aristotelian ideas for creating happiness in your life and never look back. The 10 ideas and action strategies show you how to take control and stop feeling empty, overwhelmed, confused, or dissatisfied-and start feeling fulfilled, satisfied, and certain.

Don't Blame the Demons of Distraction--Conquer Them On average, dealing with interruptions at work consumes more than two hours a day--or 28% of your whole workday.Is that true for you, too? Do mysterious forces thwart your efforts to be productive at work and beyond? How many times have you said, "I wish I weren't constantly interrupted" or "I need to stop wasting time on the computer" or "I'm misplacing my keys and glasses all the time"? Don't dismiss these concerns. They matter. And you definitely don't have to "live with them."

You don't have to let your life spin out of control. Take action against your distractions now

Whether you're a business person, community leader, stay-at-home parent, or retiree, play an active role in enhancing your quality of life--distraction free

You'll find the systematic approach especially helpful if you constantly: - Struggle to find or maintain a job- Need greater focus to return to school- Strive to keep ahead of competitors- Fight the battle with rushing and over-commitmentUse Actions Against Distractions to help you: - Discover your strengths and vulnerabilities- Go from "good intention" to "effective action"- Gain and maintain improved attention, memory and organization- Ultimately enjoy greater peace of mind and life satisfactionDon't let your life spin out of control Take advantage of this guide's: - Self-Checks and Engaging Worksheets- A Personalized 5-Step Action Plan- 7 Strategies to Implement Your Plan- Actions Against Distraction: technology, others, activities, spaces, stress, fatigue, medication/illness, and an unruly mind

"This book can benefit everyone. . . . professionals, business owners, artists, musicians, parents, and anyone trying to juggle a busy life. Dr. Markel's book is remarkable in that it helps you identify your own 'Demons of Distraction, ' and through reflection, to mobilize yourself to overcome both internal and external interferences in achieving your goals. I found it funny, profoundly truthful and enormously helpful."--SALLY ROSENBERG, M.D., Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Michigan State University

Happiness is a basic human desire and one of the founding principles of the United States. Yet, it is something many find elusive, as well as a subject about which we have many questions. What fundamental truths will make us happy, even in turbulent times? Do we know why happiness seems out of reach? When our economic foundations are shaken, we may feel being happy belongs to the past, not the future.

In "Finding Happiness with Aristotle as Your Guide: Action Strategies Based on 10 Timeless Ideas," authors Gary Madvin and Geraldine Markel demonstrate how to deal with the problems of today and get back on the path to happiness. They provide vignettes of situations to which many can relate and show how the philosophical principles of Aristotle, one of the greatest thinkers of all time, can be used to move beyond the "stoppers" to finding-or rediscovering-happiness.

Whether you're a businessperson, community leader, wage earner, or retiree, you can follow Aristotelian ideas for creating happiness in your life and never look back. The 10 ideas and action strategies show you how to take control and stop feeling empty, overwhelmed, confused, or dissatisfied-and start feeling fulfilled, satisfied, and certain.

Are distractions sabotaging your efforts to get ahead? Do you feel like you're constantly plagued by technology or interruptions by others? Lurking around us are forces-labeled demons-that interrupt our flow of attention and psychic energy .

and it's time to fight back

This book is designed to arm workforce employees, independent professionals, and family managers with simple, yet powerful strategies to defeat the 8 Demons of Distraction. Whatever your special life circumstances, you can use this book to reduce everyday distractions and needless mistakes.

Find an in-depth description of each Demon, its sources, and insidious effects. Learn to:

reduce distractions increase productivity enhance work/life satisfaction decrease stress

Practical, step-by-step strategies will help you rid your life of formidable enemies such as: The "Technology Demon," The "Unruly Mind Demon," The "Activities Demon," and five others. Find a research-based, proven plan of attack to decrease stress and increase your daily effectiveness at home and on the job.