Blueprint for Happiness:9 Steps to a Happier You!

By Jo Ana Starr, PhD

Don’t You Want to Be Happier Every Single Day??

We all want to be happy, and yet, there are so many people who are not. I’ve been one of those people and maybe you have been too. I decided to write Blueprint for Happiness to share what I’ve learned over the years about creating true happiness. I am a happy person now, and I’m hoping to guide you to that ideal outcome as well.

In talking with others, in the process of writing this book, I discovered that most people can tell you why they’re not happy, but they are unclear about the source of the happiness they do experience. They know what it feels like and they remember important times in their lives when they felt really happy, but there is some consensus that happiness is random and shows up at the oddest times. The thinking is largely, that happiness happens when it happens. And honestly, what makes me happy may not make you happy, but after discovering the source of your own happiness, you too can create a blueprint to maximize that happiness. Blueprint for Happiness shares my methods for doing so, with you.

Blueprint for Happiness strives to help the reader to explore what happiness means to him, to determine how much happiness he is routinely experiencing right now, and to share my methods for creating more happiness.

As a gift from me, you will receive a FREE professional audio Self Hypnosis session download, valued at $29. This session will allow you to use Self Hypnosis to speed your success in getting happier and happier; it was created specifically for readers of this book to assist you as you begins to create your own blueprint for happiness. Details for obtaining the Self Hypnosis session are found in the book.

While Blueprint for Happiness is not a Self Hypnosis book, I have shared 2 Self Hypnosis inductions for those who want to kick start their program into high gear, as well as 2 Self Hypnosis Session scripts that were created expressly to help those readers who want to ramp up the program1.

If you are not routinely happy, you deserve to be. Regardless of your current situation, I believe that you have infinite control over how much happiness you experience in your life Now might be the perfect time to learn how to wield all that power!. If you want more happiness in your life, read this book!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Jo Ana Starr, PhD
• Release date: Dec 9, 2012
• ISBN: 9781301371082

Jo Ana Starr, PhD

My name is Jo Ana Starr. I have been the Director of the New England Institute of Hypnotherapy since 1999; I am a veteran social researcher; a popular Speaker on the topics of Hypnotherapy, Self Hypnosis and the Mind-Body connection; and the author of 14 books and e-books that are designed to help readers improve their lives and achieve their personal goals. Even though I don't know you and may never meet you face-to-face, I believe in the almost infinite power of your mind. You are likely a believer in and a seeker of happiness and fulfillment. You are willing to search until you find the best methods to help you achieve these goals. Good news - you're on the right path! In my earlier years of researching mind-body techniques, I tried almost every method to gain happiness, focus, and peace. I finally found Hypnosis and was amazed at how easy Self Hypnosis made the process. It's simple; it's pleasant, and it works. In my books, I share with you how to train your brain to accomplish your goals, and provide the tools and information you need to do just that. Helping you to access your inner genius is my goal in writing these books, and one that I take very seriously. Now, a bit of background information about me. I have worked in the field of Clinical Hypnotherapy since 1987, training with the esteemed Dr. A. Krasner of the American Institute of Hypnotherapy and working with clients and groups thereafter. In 1999, I founded the New England Institute of Hypnotherapy as a professional Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy Certification training program that has successfully trained over 5200 Clinical Hypnotherapists internationally. My academic background is in Clinical Hypnotherapy, Communication, Psychology, and Education. Because of my educational background and professional experience, Based on my years of experience with clients and students, I feel qualified to help you to train your brain to move you toward your goals. I genuinely delight in writing books that can help readers to create a more fulfilling life. I am happy and grateful to be able to share what I have learned with you. If you are new to Self Hypnosis and you aren't sure which book to read first, I suggest that you start with Quantum Self Hypnosis or one of the shorter Quantum Self Hypnosis specific application books. Depending on whether you are interested in mastering one application or are wanting a great overview with lots of hypnosis scripts, one of these choices will be perfect for you. Quantum Hypnosis Scripts, and Eyes Open Self Hypnosis are also great books, and offer valuable information and resources for those who are interested in improving their lives through the use of Self Hypnosis. Thanks for reading my books, and please always feel free to contact me with any questions you have about the books or the NEIH training programs.

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BLUEPRINT FOR HAPPINESS:

9 STEPS TO A HAPPIER YOU!

By Jo Ana Starr, PhD

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Disclaimer and Terms of Use: The Author and Publisher has striven to be as accurate and complete as possible in the creation of this book, notwithstanding the fact that she does not warrant or represent at any time that the contents within are complete due to the rapidly changing nature of the world. While all attempts have been made to verify information provided in this publication, the Author and Publisher assumes no responsibility for errors, omissions, or contrary interpretation of the subject matter herein. Any perceived slights of specific persons, peoples, or organizations are unintentional. In practical advice books, like anything else in life, there are no guarantees of outcomes. Readers are cautioned to rely on their own judgment about their individual circumstances and to act accordingly. This book is not intended for use as a source of medical or counseling advice. All readers are advised to seek the services of competent professionals in the medical or mental health fields, as deemed necessary.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO HAPPINESS

CHAPTER 2: WHERE YOU ARE NOW

CHAPTER 3: NINE STEPS TO HAPPINESS

CHAPTER 4: TOOLS FOR GROWTH

CHAPTER 5: SOMETIMES LESS IS MORE

CHAPTER 6: SUMMARY

PREFACE

I want to share a wonderful find with you. As an author in constant search for the perfect writing environment, one that is free of daily chores and distractions, bill paying, trips to the store, and more, I was thrilled to discover the perfect place to write without interruption. I’ve found an author’s Nirvana on the Royal Caribbean International’s Monarch of the Seas. If you are an author or writer who has struggled, as I did, to find uninterrupted time to write, I suggest that you find your local RCI port and book a cruise. If your local port isn’t served by Royal Caribbean, then consider flying to a port that is served by RCI , or take a cruise on another line.

You will find that you can write without interruption for as many hours a day as you choose. And as a reward for all that hard work, you will be treated to lovely food in beautiful surroundings, state of the art facilities, and easy, friendly conversation with other guests who are happy to share their thoughts and experiences with you.

I want to thank Captains Rune Johnsen and Kjell Nordmo, Royal Caribbean International, and the wonderful Monarch crew, who make keeping this lovely Lady spotless and humming like a top, seem effortless; while still finding time to pamper their guests. It seems perfect to me that Blueprint for Happiness was largely written on this wonderful ship where guest happiness is the highest priority.

If you are finding it hard to get away from the world so you can work without interruption, or you just really need some spoiling, please consider any of the wonderful RCI ships. Even though there are lots of exciting activities happening all around me here on the ship, when I close my stateroom door, the world recedes and I am happily able to write to my heart’s content without interruption. Life is good.

CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION TO HAPPINESS

When I write a book, I write it for two reasons. One of the reasons is the pleasure of turning my thoughts into sentences that help to move ideas from my mind into yours. The other reason that compelled me to write this particular book is that I have dealt personally with the challenge of creating more happiness in my life, and in the process, discovered answers that I believe may be valuable to readers who are motivated to become happier people, too. So, the book you are starting to read today isn’t just a topic of interest to me. Blueprint for Happiness shares what I’ve learned in my own quest for greater happiness. Sharing this information with you is a happy thing, and I hope it will light the way for you to create more happiness in your life.

The Journey

In Chapter 3, I share with you the 9 steps that will help you to create more happiness in your life. But, before you can create more happiness in your life, you need to determine your current level of happiness. These personal explorations are detailed in Chapter 2, and will help you to measure where you are right now on the happiness scale, and to more clearly define what happiness means to you.

As you read this book, you will be given opportunities to stop reading at different points and to answer a few questions about your life. Doing so will facilitate the change process, so I encourage you to take the time to answer those questions as they come up. That said, this is your book and this is your process so you are certainly free to experience this book in the way you choose.

As a special gift to readers, I’ve provided a full length, free audio Self Hypnosis session download to help you on your journey to greater happiness. Using this ready-to-use, right out of the box Self Hypnosis session can jumpstart your journey to a happier you. Other tools are provided to assist you as you move toward greater happiness, including two Hypnosis inductions and two Session Scripts specially created for this book. You can record these inductions and session scripts, if you choose, and use your own sessions as well as your Gift session to upgrade your existing beliefs about happiness and to increase your happiness.

Information on downloading your Free Self Hypnosis can be found in Chapter 6.

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