Early readers are giving Cultivating Happiness five stars on Amazon. Here is what they are saying, reproduced from the book’s Amazon page.
★★★★★ Read this to lead a happier life!
Arvind • Kindle • Verified Purchase • November 9, 2026
This is the first book on happiness I have ever read, and I truly enjoyed it. I particularly liked two things about this book. First, it brings together insights from a remarkably wide range of sources to paint a nuanced picture of what makes us happy. Second, it masterfully bridges the gap between knowing and doing. The book is grounded in science and experimental evidence but is not a scientific book. Instead, it translates research into practical wisdom to live a happier life. The companion website and app take this a step further, helping readers put the insights into practice. After all, knowing how to be happy and being happy are two distinct notions!
The book also reinforced something I have long believed: The most enduring source of happiness lies within our own minds. But the mind is like a glacier—seemingly immovable, yet constantly changing, even if imperceptibly, in response to the rhythms of life. The challenge is to discover your own rhythms for happiness after reading this book.
Nothing in the book feels superficial. Each topic receives thoughtful and thorough treatment. For example, one chapter carefully distinguishes between ordinary stress, chronic stress, and burnout, explaining why they are different and how best to deal with each. Not all stress is created equal, even if it sometimes feels that way!
I have a minor quibble with the writing style. There are frequent references to other chapters where a particular topic is explored in greater depth. Such cross-referencing works well in a hyperlinked digital environment, where the related insights are just a click away. In a traditional book it can interrupt the flow, leaving the reader mentally jumping between chapters. Perhaps this is simply the price of trying to pack so much interconnected wisdom into a linear format. This is a small criticism of a book that I found both intellectually rewarding and personally meaningful.
I pinch myself when I reflect on how fortunate I have been and how much happiness I experience in my life. Reading this book made me realize that I can be even happier by expressing my gratitude every day, especially to all those who make my life happy. If a book like this had been in my life earlier, would I have been happier? Or, would I have simply spent more time worrying about whether I was happy enough? I would bet on the former. You won’t regret buying this book!
★★★★★ Amazing read
Rishi Gaiha • Paperback • November 6, 2026
A thoughtful and inspiring book that reminds us happiness isn’t something we simply find, but something we cultivate through everyday choices. Sanjiv Sahay does a wonderful job of making meaningful ideas feel approachable and practical. I especially appreciated the emphasis on small habits, self-reflection, and finding joy in the present rather than constantly chasing the next milestone. An uplifting read with lessons that extend well beyond the final page. Highly recommend!
★★★★★ A Practical Approach to Improving Happiness
Atul Garg • Kindle • November 10, 2026
I like the book’s structure, which combines practices that can improve happiness in the short term with deeper practices aimed at building more lasting well-being. It also identifies the things that can undermine happiness, which is an important and useful aspect of the book.
The book includes a considerable amount of useful information and many practical exercises to help readers apply the ideas in each chapter. However, there are over a hundred suggested practices, and keeping track of them all and incorporating them into daily life could be challenging. The book mentions a companion app to track progress, and I hope it becomes available soon.
Overall, I think the book offers some worthwhile ideas and practical guidance for improving happiness and well-being. How much readers benefit will ultimately depend on how well they put these ideas into practice.
★★★★★ A must read, if you desire happiness.
Anil Bansal • Kindle • Verified Purchase • November 9, 2026
Very well written. I found it easy to read and comprehend life. I think I will end up reading it few times.
After food, shelter and clothes, happiness is the main desire in life. Thanks
★★★★★ A great tool for learning to meditate and be happy
Manoj G. • Paperback • November 4, 2026
Loved the easy to follow short chapters and self assessment worksheets
★★★★★ This book is incredible
pooja • Kindle • Verified Purchase • November 5, 2026
If you chase happiness, this is your masterpiece. Read just the introduction and you would most likely finish the book. It is modern happiness research contextualized with simple logic. Highly recommended.
★★★★★ Must Read
Dushyant • Kindle • November 5, 2026
Secret sauce with simple steps to lasting happiness.
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