Life can often feel like a constant balancing act. Between work, family, and trying to stay healthy, it’s easy to feel stretched and lose sight of what really matters. Living well doesn't have to mean a complete lifestyle change. Small, thoughtful adjustments can make a meaningful difference without turning your life upside down. This book offers a personal code for looking after your mental and physical health, helping you find balance and contentment without the pressure to be perfect. 

  • Learn simple ways to keep a healthy balance between work and life. 
  • Discover how to trust your own judgement and worry less about what others think. 
  • Grow a strong mindset and stay positive when things don’t go as planned. 
  • Practise simple ways to sleep better, relax more, and eat healthier. 
  • Encourages you to find inner peace and a sense of calm. 

The Rules of Living Well offers a personal code for healthier and happier living. The book is organised into sections like balance, confidence, resilience, exercise, relaxation, food, learning, parenthood, at work, retirement, challenge and the rules of spirituality. Each short rule blends practical sense with insight, helping you spot patterns and choose better responses. 

After reading this book, you will manage stress in a better way and use small resets to stay steady. You will build habits that last and avoid plans that fail when life gets busy. This book is ideal for anyone looking for a sensible guide to a happier and healthier life. 

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The Rules of Living Well are here to help. Covering everything from mindfulness, mental health, wellbeing, longevity, energy, balance, perspective, relaxation to exercise, you’ll find simple ways to have a healthy attitude and be your best self.  

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Balance  

1 It's not all about you  

2 It's not all about other people  

3 Look outwards  

4 Stay out of the sand  

5 Follow your ups and downs  

6 Draw tidy lines  

7 Remember what you're balancing  

8 Do what you want now  

9 Live in the past, the present and the future  

 

Confidence   

10 Your feelings are your own  

11 Know yourself  

12 Accept your weaknesses  

13 Like yourself  

14 Words can change you  

15 Difference is a good thing  

16 Don't assume the worst  

 

Resilience   

17 You're in charge  

18 You're not alone  

19 Steel beats iron  

20 Hit the off button  

21 Be prepared  

22 Get it in writing  

23 Weigh yourself up  

24 Go easy  

25 You think therefore you are  

26 Find the humour  

 

Exercise   

27 Think yourself exercised  

28 You can't avoid exercise  

29 Exercise isn't a dirty word  

30 It's not about how you look  

31 Habit is a good thing ...  

32 ... but you're in charge  

33 Keep a lid on it  

 

Relaxation   

34 Find your space  

35 Keep it quick  

36 Train your mind to relax  

37 Plan your breaks  

38 You won't relax if you don't try  

39 Live in the present  

40 Relax holistically  

41 Get out of yourself  

42 Get a good night's sleep  

43 Love the sunshine  

44 Zen it  

  

Food  

45 You really are what you eat  

46 Don't get picky  

47 Nurture your relationship  

48 Understand your issues  

49 Beware food rules  

50 Don't diet  

51 Don't get hooked on sugar  

52 Food isn't wicked  

53 It's not all about your weight  

54 Enjoy!  

  

Learning   

55 Pick what you enjoy  

56 Find motivation  

57 Decide what you want to show for it  

58 Stay out of the ruts  

59 Find your forte  

60 Get your hands dirty  

61 Enjoy your mistakes  

62 Don't slow down  

63 You can't turn it off  

64 Reflect  

 

Parenthood   

65 Remember to drain the swamp  

66 Nobody's perfect  

67 Know yourself  

68 Trust your own judgement  

69 Be honest with yourself  

70 Communicate  

71 Nurture your relationship  

72 Stay healthy  

 

At work   

73 Stay motivated  

74 Don't up the ante  

75 Create boundaries  

76 Have switch-off time  

77 Be flexible  

78 Stay in synch  

79 Enjoy your surroundings  

80 Create order  

81 Move  

82 Take a day off  

83 Talk  

84 Mind the team  

 

Retirement   

85 Now is not forever  

86 You don't have to do it all at once  

87 When the kids fly, you can too  

88 Manage your family  

89 Redraw your relationship  

90 You can't do nothing  

91 Age gracefully  

92 Learn to accept help  

93 Know your doctor  

94 Say what you're thinking  

 

Challenge   

95 Expect the unexpected  

96 It is what it is  

97 Embrace the change  

98 Ride the shock wave  

99 There are no shortcuts  

100 Forgive and don't forget  

The Rules of spirituality 

1 Believe in something  

2 Don’t navel-gaze  

3 You are not in charge  

4 Think about death  

5 Give it time  

6 Create a ritual  

7 Make your own rules  

8 Spend time in nature  

9 Be grateful  

10 Pay it forward  

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A personal code for a healthier, happier you  

When did life get so busy? Work, family, exercise - they’re all important but there’s never enough time. How can you effortlessly achieve a healthy balance between them all so you can reach your potential?  

The Rules of Living Well are here to help. Covering everything from mindfulness, mental health, wellbeing, longevity, energy, balance, perspective, relaxation to exercise, you’ll find simple ways to have a healthy attitude and be your best self.  

What are you waiting for?  

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  • Learn simple ways to keep a healthy balance between work and life. 
  • Discover how to trust your own judgement and worry less about what others think. 
  • Grow a strong mindset and stay positive when things don’t go as planned. 
  • Practise simple ways to sleep better, relax more, and eat healthier. 
  • Encourages you to find inner peace and a sense of calm. 
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781292766492
Publisert
2026-05-22
Utgave
3. utgave
Utgiver
Pearson Education Limited
Vekt
310 gr
Høyde
195 mm
Bredde
130 mm
Dybde
2 mm
Aldersnivå
P, G, 06, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
288

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Biografisk notat

Richard Templar studies how people think and behave. He is known for turning success into simple and clear rules. With many years of experience, Richard brings a calm and balanced view to the busy modern world. He turns the habits of successful people into a practical guide that helps readers achieve results.