If you want to live a life free from stress, anxiety and drama, then this is the book for you. Do you want to learn why your mind is so noisy and why it constantly talks to you? Then this is the book for you. "Understanding Happiness" explores the evolution of our mind from our primitive ancestral past, and details why the three simple mechanisms it uses to keep us safe from danger simply don't work in our complex, modern environment . Using relatable examples, it demonstrates why our minds make us unhappy due to the constant exposure to "better" lifestyles through the internet and TV. It will allow you to understand the conversations your mind is having, why they exist and where they came from. This will give you the confidence to ignore the conversations and regain power over your thoughts. Ultimately leading to a completely silent mind. Mat Robinson, "The Gregarious Hermit", teaches three simple techniques to observe this behavior in yourself, regain control of your awareness, and then transform your life and health by changing your perspective of the world. The techniques are simple to understand and simple to master and only require a few minutes of work each day. The benefits of a silent mind are many. No worrying about tomorrow. No constantly reliving the past. No anxiety, no stress, no drama. No procrastination. No self doubt. No judgment or criticism of yourself or others. Just a deep inner peace and joy that makes every cell in your body come alive. If you want to learn true happiness, this book is the place to start. "Happiness is Easier than you Think! Stop Thinking and You'll be Happy!" Mats unique insight and unorthodox approach were born out of a beautiful spontaneous spiritual awakening and ego death brought about by extreme stress. He saw his mind when he felt superior. He got to see how the stories in his head changed when he hit rock bottom. He experienced how beautiful life is with a silent mind. But then he got to see his mind slowly start talking again, only this time, he was a witness, like watching someone else speak. This unique journey led to daily insights and understanding of what the mind is and how it reacts to the world around us. Your mind isn't what you think it is, and a lot of what you perceive as problems are just your mind trying to strategize ways to keep you safe. But they make no sense in our modern world. Use this book to change your life and unlock the true power of your soul.