Description
Book SynopsisRyan Hopkins is a leading wellbeing expert who specializes in improving mental health, productivity and happiness at work. He is the Chief Impact Officer at JAAQ, a wellbeing start-up and was previously the Future of Wellbeing Leader at Deloitte. His popular 'Toilet Break Wellbeing' video series has helped thousands discover new ways to improve their wellbeing. He is the host of the Audacious Goals Club podcast, in which he interviews inspiring guests about their achievements. He is based in London, UK.
Trade Review"A practical guide to a better you. A fascinating and inspiring read." * Mo Gawdat *
"A book packed with lived experiences and intuitive ideas. It is also a very entertaining read and had me chuckling away many times! I highly recommend it." * Stuart White, CEO, HSBC Global Asset Management *
"Ryan combines his trademark sense of humour with a pragmatic view of well-being, making this an engaging and informative read." * Dr. Clare Fernandes, Chief Medical Officer, BBC *
"This is a book we all need, facts conveyed through the prism of someone who has lived life hard, fully, and come through with all the love in the world." * Carmel McConnell MBE, tech entrepreneur and author *
"A book of bite-sized bits of brilliance. Dip in or read it all at once- the choice is yours. Ryan has set out the micro-interventions and habit changes that will improve your working life."" * Isabel Berwick, Financial Times *
Table of Contents
- Chapter - 00: Introduction;
- Chapter - 01: Taking a stroll;
- Chapter - 02: Reducing the noise;
- Chapter - 03: 28 days to a sunnier disposition;
- Chapter - 04: Breaking news;
- Chapter - 05: And breathe;
- Chapter - 06: A personal appointment;
- Chapter - 07: The world’s greatest stretch;
- Chapter - 08: Say cheese;
- Chapter - 09: Bread on the hook;
- Chapter - 10: Touching base;
- Chapter - 11: Non-negotiable wellbeing;
- Chapter - 12: Work–life balance does not exist;
- Chapter - 13: Want some green?;
- Chapter - 14: Anxiety or excitement;
- Chapter - 15: Instantly unavailable;
- Chapter - 16: No one cares as much as you;
- Chapter - 17: Feeling sad? Time for hygge;
- Chapter - 18: Furusato;
- Chapter - 19: Kintsugi;
- Chapter - 20: The power of routine;
- Chapter - 21: Cosmic insignificance therapy;
- Chapter - 22: The authentic hero;
- Chapter - 23: Rest ethic;
- Chapter - 24: In my humble opinion;
- Chapter - 25: A life full of misery;
- Chapter - 26: What are you waiting for?;
- Chapter - 27: Back-to-back-to-back meetings;
- Chapter - 28: JOMO;
- Chapter - 29: Solitude;
- Chapter - 30: Your circle;
- Chapter - 31: Fresh air;
- Chapter - 32: Cold therapy;
- Chapter - 33: Opening your eyes to the power of sleep;
- Chapter - 34: Happiness vs joy;
- Chapter - 35: The myth of willpower;
- Chapter - 36: Your emails are killing you;
- Chapter - 37: You vs a goldfish – attention;
- Chapter - 38: The 80/20 rule;
- Chapter - 39: I do not have the time;
- Chapter - 40: Little and often is key;
- Chapter - 41: Rain or liquid sunshine?;
- Chapter - 42: You are a product of your environment;
- Chapter - 43: The blank canvas;
- Chapter - 44: Childlike wonder;
- Chapter - 45: Eating al desko;
- Chapter - 46: David vs Goliath: social media;
- Chapter - 47: Toilet break wellbeing;
- Chapter - 48: In the tunnel;
- Chapter - 49: Data manipulation;
- Chapter - 50: Show me the money;
- Chapter - 51: Music is the answer;
- Chapter - 52: Wellbeing and neurodiversity;
- Chapter - 53: Conclusion;