The Best Things in Life Aren't Things: Celebrating What Matters Most

By Joann Davis

Book Overview

For readers of The Book of Delights and What I Know For Sure, a bite-size invitation to disrupt the hustle and rediscover joy and wonder in our daily lives

For decades, consumerism has espoused the same message: money equals success, and if you aren't happy, you aren't shopping in the right store. Now, with a new cover and updated content for today's challenges, The Best Things in Life Aren't Things offers practical guidance for those seeking something beyond the grind.

Self-proclaimed warrior for optimism Joann Davis encourages us to cultivate "life support" in 4 key areas: words, thoughts, experiences, and deeds. Borrowing from ancient and contemporary wisdom, this new edition inspires thoughtful introspection through:

timeless essays on meaning, plus 3 new bite-size sectionsreflection questions like "Will you measure success by what you have or how you live?"a directory of small wonders that bring profound joy
In our fast-paced world, this little book is a powerful reminder of the intrinsic truths we've been trained to overlook. It invites us to explore all that life has to offer--and what we can give in return.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0807024864
• ISBN13: 9780807024867
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Beacon Press
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.