ReadOasis Step 2 The place smelled of death and sadness, the place where police keep dead bodies. And Jose Garcia sat and cried as he waited. Violent men killed Jose's brother. And Jose came to this place to get his brother's body. Jose spoke of his violent city with... Read more
A Definition of Health (New Version)
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ReadOasis Step 1 A doctor was checking an older woman. When he finished, he told her this: “You’re in good health. You’ll live to be 80.” “But doctor,” the woman said, “I am 80 right now.” With a smile, the doctor answered, “See, what did I tell you?” This... Read more
Happiness in 59 Seconds (Step 3)
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ReadOasis Step 3 Jim sat into a soft, red chair. He looked down, and then he started to weep. "Am I asking too much?" he said. "I just want to be happy and fulfilled." Dr. Jones gave Jim a box of paper tissues. "Thank you," said Jim as he... Read more
Ten Tools for Making More Happiness
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ReadOasis Step 2 Mary looked into the eyes of her new baby. "She's so beautiful," said Mary almost singing. Mary continued her song, "My goodness! I'm so happy! This is the happiest moment in my life!" And yes, it was. In fact, most couples feel the purest kind of... Read more
Happiness in 59 Seconds (Step 1)
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ReadOasis Step 1 Jim sat into a soft, red chair. He looked down, and then he started to cry. “Am I asking too much?” he said. “I just want to be happy.” Dr. Jones gave Jim a box of paper tissues. “Thank you,” said Jim as he took the... Read more