“Someone asked me this morning, “Have you got five minutes?” I thought: “no” and said: “yes”. I get caught in the pattern and wonder where the time goes – where my time goes – and how to break out of the cycle. In The Wellbeing Book, Andrew Sharman offers us the chance to take five, draw breath and find our way back to what makes us tick. In an age of constant pressure and change, we need to look after our minds and bodies, to make the most of our lives and, now and again, take five minutes to ourselves. Make your next five minutes count – open the book.”
Phil James, Chief Executive, Institute of Leadership & Management
“Mental and physical health issues are killing and debilitating our generation. The real tragedy is that so many of the problems are curable, cheaply, by making simple lifestyle changes and better choices. That might be making a commitment to spend more time exercising in the outdoors, connecting with nature and disconnecting phones, or it could be myriad other pieces of advice offered in The Wellbeing Book. Pick this up and feel better today!”
Alastair Humphreys, National Geographic Adventurer and author of Microadventures
“This is not a book with lots of dos and don’ts, of musts and shoulds, adding to your long to do list. It gently nudges you in the direction of paying more attention to your wellbeing by asking all the right questions. Sharman does not ask you to climb difficult mountains, but is your guide in an interesting garden, that is you. I am more directive than this: buy this book, read a chapter every day and take three minutes to reflect, undisturbed. If you invest more time and energy in your work than in your own well-being, you shouldn’t be surprised that your work is doing better than you. ”
Professor Dr Theo Compernolle, neuropsychiatrist, author of BrainChains and Stress: Friend and Foe
“A brilliant little book – easy to read, useful, practical and brimming with ideas. This self-help with an edge – a must read for anyone with a mind, body or soul.”
Dom Jackman, Founder, Escape the City
“Having practiced and assisted many on their leadership journey, it has become increasingly obvious that there is a direct correlation between how we all feel about ourselves and how we perform. The practice of wellness and well-being sound far too sensible to argue with, but not enough of us really practice and live it. Andrew Sharman has with his new book, The Wellbeing Book, made the art and science of well-being practical, fun and so easy to adopt. You will read it once just to get the whole gist of it, but read it again and again as the straightforward approach changes your lives and the lives of those you love for the better. A must-read for all those who love life.”
René Carayol MBE, Broadcaster, Broadsheet Columnist and author of Corporate Voodoo and Spike
“This is an extraordinary book – a complete game-changer for motivation and influence. Provides practical and – more importantly – actionable advice on how to reach our most important goals while consistently achieving personal happiness and lifelong satisfaction.”
Phillippe Delquié, Professor of Decision Sciences, George Washington University, USA
“Directors and many others in the modern workplace feel stressed and we all need to find ways to relieve these negative feelings for the sake of the individual and the business. Andrew is an expert at improving workplaces and we should all heed his advice! Not only will you feel better, your workforce will be happier, and your business more profitable.”
David C Watt, Executive Director, Institute of Directors
“The Wellbeing Book is your road map to transforming your life in ways that you’ve never dared to dream. If you want to move from just being to truly living: start here. Sharman’s words leap from the page, kick you in the ass, pierce your heart, and awaken your mind to take you on a magnificent journey of your own design. Get ready to be transformed!”
Dr Lucy Rattrie, Chartered Psychologist specializing in Health, Wellbeing & Resilience
“The Wellbeing Book cuts to the chase and delivers huge value. A small book yet a powerhouse of ideas, advice and action. Wellbeing is not a ‘nice-to-have’, it’s a total ‘must-have’ and Sharman helps you find exactly how to improve yours.”
Carole Spiers, Chair of the International Stress Management Association
“Simple, practical advice for time poor professionals looking to up their game when it comes to wellbeing. I challenge you to not find something in here that can change your life for the better – immediately. Written in a short, snappy and supportive style with plenty of actionable takeaways. As a wellbeing professional myself, I still found myself coming away with tons of ideas to implement in my own life. Do yourself a favour and pick up a copy right now! “
Hari Kalymnios, Author, The Thought Gym
“A fast, high-impact read with compelling anecdotes and great context in which to understand and improve your own wellbeing.”
Dr Jens Meyer, Dean of the European Centre for Executive Development (CEDEP) & INSEAD adjunct faculty, Fontainebleau, France
“Filled with wisdom, inspiration and practical ideas, all rooted in ground-breaking research. Sharman’s positive strategies hold immense power and will change the way you view yourself, your life, your work, and the world. Essential reading. ”
Professor Sam Abadir, Professor of Negotiation and Conflict Management, IMD Business School, Lausanne, Switzerland
“Wellbeing is not simply personal, but systemic too. By developing our subjective wellbeing we can make a tremendous positive impact on our communities, organisations and ultimately on wider society. Andrew Sharman’s insightful and practical book will help you do just that.”
Steven D’Souza, Associate Fellow, University of Oxford and co-author of Not Knowing and Not Doing
