About This Book

In The Happiness Trap, Russ Harris challenges the myth that happiness means eliminating negative thoughts and feelings. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), he shows how struggling against pain often increases suffering. Harris offers practical strategies to accept difficult emotions, detach from unhelpful thoughts, and focus on values-driven action, helping readers build a richer, more meaningful life—even in the presence of stress, fear, and self-doubt.