The art of happiness: a handbook for living

The purpose of life

The right to happiness

The sources of happiness

Training the mind for happiness

Reclaiming our innate state of happiness

Human warmth and compassion

A new model for intimacy

Deepening our connection to others

The value and benefits of compassion

Transforming suffering

Facing suffering

Self-created suffering

Shifting perspective

Finding meaning in pain and suffering

Overcoming obstacles

Bringing about change

Dealing with anger and hatred

Dealing with anxiety and building self-esteem

Closing reflections on living a spiritual life

Basic spiritual values.