At Happy Egg, we believe simplicity is the true source of happiness; taking time from the rapid pace of life to focus on you, whether with a crack of a Happy Egg or 5 minutes to read a book. 

Forest Bathing: How Trees Can Help You Find Health and Happiness, by Dr. Qing Li

“The best way to deal with stress at work is to go for a forest bath. You don’t need a forest; any small green space will do. Leave your cup of coffee and your phone behind and just walk slowly. You don’t need to exercise, you just need to open your senses to nature.” 

In Forest Bathing: How Trees Can Help You Find Health and Happiness, Mother Nature is more than just a pretty face, she is a best friend and a healer, too. Dr. Qing Li believes that spending even a few mindful minutes around trees can enhance well-being by boosting a person’s mood, decreasing stress, and lowering blood pressure. 

Miracle of Mindfulness, by Thich Nhat Hanh

“People usually consider walking on water or in thin air a miracle. But I think the real miracle is not to walk either on water or in thin air, but to walk on earth. Every day we are engaged in a miracle which we don't even recognize: a blue sky, white clouds, green leaves, the curious eyes of a child—our own two eyes. All is a miracle.”

If you’re completely new to mindfulness, or you're feeling overwhelmed by the idea of living in the moment, Miracle to Mindfulness is just the book for you. Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh has crafted accessible and easy to follow advice that you can use everyday. 

Wherever You Go, There You Are, by Jon Kabat-Zinn

“Perhaps the most "spiritual" thing any of us can do is simply to look through our own eyes, see with eyes of wholeness, and act with integrity and kindness.”

Wherever You Go, There You Are was published 30 years ago, but is still considered one of the most profound and practical guides to mindfulness. Author Jon Kabat-Zinn’s goal is simple: help everyone achieve happiness wherever they are, and no matter the circumstances. With the right mindset, tranquility is always available.

The Book of Awakening: Having the Life You Want by Being Present to the Life You Have, by Mark Nepo

“…there are no wrong turns, only unexpected paths.”

Looking for a daily dose of mindfulness? Look no further than The Book of Awakening by Mark Nepo. This mindfulness book uses daily diary entries, quotes, stories, and meditations, to inspire readers to embrace each day as an opportunity to reflect, ground, and express gratitude. If you’re seeking “a year’s supply of inspiration”, this book is a must-have addition to your shelf.

The Little Book of Mindfulness, by Dr. Patrizia Collard 

“We are all different and special, so we do not attempt to become like somebody else, but connect more deeply with our true selves.”

Pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated, The Little Book of Mindfulness by Dr. Patrizia Collard is a handy guide packed with 40 simple mindfulness techniques to help you de-stress and find more peace in your daily life. Not only can you take this book anywhere, but Dr. Collard’s inspiring quotes and easy activities allow you to integrate mindfulness in a way that accommodates even the busiest schedules.