the outer world is a reflection of your inner world! this book is written to encrease your self-knowledge and happiness through self-inquiry. it is a carefully compiled collection of personal stories, stories from others, poems, and quotes that have greatly supported the author in his research about suffering and happiness. it is a journey of awareness and discovery within yourself. which family, thought, emotional, behavorial, and communication patterns hold you back, and which ones give you energy? you will read selected texts, do reflective exercises, and practise methods for transformation and change. in this way you learn to reduce your own suffering and increase your happiness. who does not want to be happy? you learn to take responsibilty and regain control over your life. you are the producer, director, and actor/actress in the film of your own life. hans kloosterman is a holistic life coach, trauma therapist, and author. his earlier book, 'from snob to monk', was also published previously.