self-improvement books.

i decided that this summer is the summer of self-imporvement.
yesterday i got a book called the how of happiness and so far, so good.

it doesnt necessarily teach a person to be happy, but broadens his or her outlook and teaches a person to think more optimistically.
obviously, more optimism and less negativity gains at least a little happiness.

its interesting because the author and her other scientific happiness researchers have made a pie chart on what things affect a persons happiness and content.
basically, 10% is circumstances (rich or poor, single or married, ect.)
50% is the "set point" which is a persons genetic capacity and tendency to be either depressed or happy
and 40% is the variable percentage. leaving a person able to control that portion entirely.

and so far, summer is getting better.
a few more people have moved up and im getting really excited to start the school year.