1 -- commiting to happiness
2 -- accepting and taking responsibility for life
3 -- accepting others and the world without judgment
4 -- understanding your needs
5 -- realigning your commitments to suit your needs
6 -- living in the present
7 -- transcending negative emotions
8 -- confronting fear
9 -- connecting with others
The book includes exercises the reader can do to incorporate the concepts presented into his or her life. It also includes case studies of real people with life struggles.
The book is geared toward individuals seeking greater joy in their lives. These people could suffer from depression or they could just want to feel more joy or peace.