You, Happier: The 7 Neuroscience Secrets of Feeling Good Based on Your Brain Type by Daniel G. AmenMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
Daniel G. Amen, MD, is a well-known psychiatrist that believes happiness starts with a healthy brain. The book aims to guide you in knowing your brain type and how to boost your energy, productivity, and satisfaction. Key takeaways include Dr. Amen’s seven secrets to happiness, avoiding the BRIGHT MINDS 11 risk factors, and the happier diet rules. I would recommend this book to those interested in improving brain health and willing to put in the effort to discern your brain type and follow through with the recommendations.
There is a lot of good, solid content that promotes overall wellness and, in particular, brain health. I especially enjoyed the chapter, Happiness Around the World, and learning how different cultures describe and celebrate happiness.
The brain type assessment (online) does not seem that discerning. I thought I had pegged myself accurately, but I took the test twice and still didn’t get the expected response. Then I doubted what to follow and wondered if I should pay for an actual brain scan. The never-ending self-promoting advertisements for his clinics, SPEC scans, happiness transformation program, etc., were prevalent and off-putting. Additionally, there are many recommendations--this is not a quick fix, easy-to-implement plan for a renewed brain. Be prepared to put in the work.
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