About the book

Good Morning, Life!

One Woman Waking up to Happiness, One Moment at a Time

Do you want to be happy?
Not waiting-for-the-weekend happy.
Not happy-ish.
Really, truly happy.
Unconditionally satisfied.
Every single day.

High-performing financial services exec and time-strapped mother of two Barbara Demone thought she’d have to pencil in happiness for later—until she realized she already had everything she needed to enjoy her life, exactly as it was. 

Drawing from the writings of prominent spiritual leader Eckhart Tolle, as well as respected psychologists like Dr. Shefali Tsabary and Shawn Achor, Demone kept a journal every morning on the commuter train, actively training her mind to feel happy. Three years later, she’d hit on a formula for genuine, lasting happiness that really works—even with a jam-packed schedule, a demanding career, and the equally demanding job of parenthood.

In this book, Demone shares the collected insights of her journals and reveals her stress-tested formula to enjoying:

  • Confident and compassionate leadership
  • Effective, guilt-free parenting
  • Cool-headed decision-making in heated situations
  • Less drama; more harmonious relationships
  • And that priceless yet elusive state: abundant, unfettered happiness.

This is it: the family-first career woman’s practical guide to peace of mind, right in the busy middle of everyday routines. There’s no need to wait for your schedule to clear up to transform your life. A deep wellspring of happiness lies within yourself, there to uncover, moment by moment.

Pick up your copy of Good Morning, Life! at one of these retailers:

Amazon.ca
Amazon.com
Friesen Press

What People Are Saying

Barbara’s unique and insightful formula for happiness was not only inspiring but also incredibly practical. She masterfully broke down the concept of happiness into tangible steps, making it feel accessible and within reach for everyone in the audience. Her engaging delivery, combined with her deep understanding of the subject, left us all feeling empowered and ready to implement her strategies in our daily lives. Barbara is a remarkable speaker whose wisdom and warmth resonate long after the event has ended.
Garen Jemian
Founder – Inspireship
Barbara Demone was the ideal keynote speaker to open our Sport + Spirit Women’s Retreat weekend. Barbara’s personal journey to happiness and timely message resonated with the audience and the aim of the retreat, inspiring our guests beyond the weekend.
sophie mclaughlin
Founder – Sport + Spirit
Having read and thoroughly enjoyed Good Morning, Life! I knew I wanted Barbara to speak to my team. Her perspective, as well as the perceptive and thought-provoking questions she posed to us, resonated with the entire team and prompted much conversation during and after her visit. Do yourself a favour — read GML and then have Barbara inspire you in person. Thank you, Barbara!
stephen manly
Managing Director, Model Risk Division, OSFI
One of the most inspirational books I have ever read. I chuckled, smiled, and cried several times and loved every moment. It really makes me look at my own life and how I will move forward. Thank you, thank you!!
GML Reader
Your book is so beautiful and thought-provoking. I truly appreciate all of your perspectives and reflections on what really is just daily life. I’m so glad that you’ve found that beauty and wonder – it’s inspiring!
gml reader
I’m reading your book “Good Morning, Life!“, and wanted to tell you how much I’m enjoying it. It is exactly what I needed at this time. It feels like talking to my best friend. My wise and loving friend.
gml reader
Just finished reading your book. You know the quote “when the student is ready the teacher appears”? I need your book just now. Thank you 😊
gml reader
Good Morning Life is such a great book. From your story, we know we are not alone, and we can have a meaningful professional career & happy family life, all through awareness and mindfulness practice.
GML reader

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