The Illustrated Happiness Trap: How to Stop Struggling and Start Living

Break Free from the Pursuit of Constant Happiness—And Find Real Joy Instead

We’ve been told that happiness is the ultimate goal in life—but chasing it can leave us feeling frustrated, anxious, and unfulfilled. What if true happiness comes from accepting all of our emotions, not just the pleasant ones?

In this fun, easy-to-follow, and beautifully illustrated guide, bestselling author Russ Harris brings the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to life, showing you how to break free from the “happiness trap” and start living with clarity, purpose, and real contentment.

What You’ll Discover Inside

✔ Mindfulness Made Simple – Learn practical techniques to stay present and reduce stress
✔ How to Handle Difficult Thoughts & Emotions – Stop struggling with anxiety, fear, and self-doubt
✔ Overcoming Negative Habits – Break free from worry, procrastination, and self-sabotage
✔ Embracing the Full Spectrum of Life – Find meaning and fulfillment, even when times are tough
✔ A Visually Engaging Experience – With illustrations that make learning ACT fun and accessible

Why Readers Love This Book

🏆 Based on the worldwide bestseller The Happiness Trap
🏆 A fresh, visual approach that makes ACT easy to apply in daily life
🏆 Ideal for readers of all ages—no prior knowledge of ACT needed

📖 Stop struggling with your thoughts. Start living the life you truly want.