Government Success with The Way to Happiness Book
"I love your organization's booklet entitled The Way to Happiness. I've read it three times already and have shared it with others. Its philosophy parallels mine so closely it is unbelievable." — J. C., Lieutenant Governor
First of all, I would like to say that this program helps the staff tremendously because of its calming effect on the juveniles involved. These minors became noticeably less hostile to each other and the staff, and no longer lose their tempers. They began to speak to us (the staff) with much more respect than before and stopped speaking to us in gang language. Even their vocabulary was much improved. I personally noticed that when the parents of the Criminon students came to visit on Sundays, they were given much more respect by their children than before.
One of the extraordinary results of this program has been several minors admitting to me that they now feel remorse for what they have done in the past. This type of statement is highly unusual.
Finally, I would like to say that the minors involved in the Criminon program have not been in lock down for a long, long time, and we do not have disciplinary problems with them.
I highly recommend this program. In my opinion it should be mandatory for all minors who come to Juvenile Hall.
C.T. County Probation Department
I started referring criminal defendants to The Way to Happiness program in the latter part of 1996, and the results we've seen in that short time have been extremely positive. What we are looking at with The Way to Happiness and Criminon programs are technologies, which are much more than just shunting someone into custody for a long period of time. These programs present the only real hope for the future of this country in terms of a safe environment and neighborhood.
Judge, Municipal Court California
Please accept my thanks for the wonderful book, The Way to Happiness. It is filled with gems, and it certainly gives some interesting pointers on happiness.
G.P. - U. S. Congressman
By encouraging young people to set a good example, supporting student efforts to get drugs off school campuses and helping to forward standards of honesty, trust and competence, the Concerned Businessmen's Association of America is to be commended and congratulated. Your program is inspirational. Your determination is outstanding. Your message is phenomenal
To the businessmen involved with this remarkable program, I extend my sincere congratulations to you. Your efforts will blaze a trail that others must certainly follow.
Former Governor, California
This contest gives our children incentive to have something to look forward to each day of life and to be a part of society. Every city and our government should support this program.
R. P. - former Aide to President Lyndon B. Johnson
I am delighted that your organization is tackling the challenge of making communities safe places to live. I am excited that your group has made so much progress at the grass-roots level.
S.L.M., Community Crime Prevention, California
I think The Way to Happiness pamphlets are most useful in giving structure to families where it is lacking or not effective. Since positive values are the basic foundation for building a strong family life, this pamphlet can help by focusing on trust, love, honesty, The Golden Rule and enhancing life rather than destroying life.
S.P., Family Service California
I was impressed with its organization and content. I would like to use them when counseling some discouraged parents and at risk teenagers.
L.J. C., Ontario
Your booklet was circulated amongst our guidance counselors and found it to be a simple, straightforward and positive presentation of ideas. We would very much appreciate receiving 50 copies for use in our guidance office.
B.A., Head of Guidance - Ontario
In reviewing The Way to Happiness, I was much delighted at the basic, simple truths which it was able to put forth. I could see it being a valuable tool in promoting positive attitudes and views in the lives of our youth.
Executive Director (youth group) California
I'm very impressed with the booklet The Way to Happiness. I teach at the South Dakota State Penitentiary. It looks like information most children learn as they grow up, but unfortunately, some didn't get the message or they have to be reminded. I will make them available in the library to our people.
J. M., Department of Corrections, South Dakota
Your program is inspirational. Your determination is outstanding. Your message is phenomenal.
State Governor
I am delighted that your organization is tackling the challenge of making communities safe places to live. I am excited that your group has made so much progress at the grass-roots level.
S.M., Community Crime Prevention, California
I think The Way to Happiness pamphlets are most useful in giving structure to families where it is lacking or not effective. Since positive values are the basic foundation for building a strong family life, this pamphlet can help by focusing on trust, love, honesty, The Golden Rule and enhancing life rather than destroying life.
S. P., Family Service, California
I found your publication, The Way to Happiness, most interesting and useful to me. It shows that value instruction can be broad based and without religious bias.
B.L., Assemblyman California Legislature
It is a wonderful edition and very valuable to our moral standards as well as to the future of our children.
J. T., Governor
Your book offers many no-nonsense suggestions for living a healthy, drug-free life. Coloradoans are fortunate to have organizations like yours assisting in the drive towards healthy living.
J.H., Deputy Director, Citizens' Advocate Office, Colorado
It is an extremely well done publication and I am now having certain people review same. I think it's quite worthwhile.
J. D., Circuit Judge, Illinois
Perhaps, if we all follow the truths of this book, we might all find the "way to happiness." It is only through our own personal example that we can strive to make our world a better place to live.
J. P., Mayor
I commend you on your effort to show the various cultures of the world how to live in harmony. I look forward to the day when we all follow the principles that your book outlines.
J. J., United States Senator
It is filled with gems, and it certainly gives interesting pointers on happiness. I would be most happy to share this book with my staff.
G. P.
This material touches on various areas of our lives in dealing with our fellow man and saving our environment. The city, like many other communities, is losing our youth to drugs and other social illnesses. Your campaign is a good one.
C.H.D., Chief Director of Fire, Rescue and Inspection Services
We salute your efforts to inculcate the participants of youth-oriented groups with positive values and a sense of self-worth. The Way to Happiness overflows with valuable guidance and affirms the golden rule – treating others as you want to be treated.
City Mayor, Ohio
The pages I have scanned are full of pragmatic common sense attitudes that perhaps we should all be reminded of from time to time. Life itself is really simple. It is we who have a tendency to complicate it.
State Senator, California
As I read through parts of your book, I was struck by the message of honesty. I believe it is an important message for the children of today, as well as the idea of learning by the lessons of previous generations.
State Assemblyman, California
It is truly a common sense guide to living a happy and productive life. The day-to-day challenges we face often seem insurmountable. However, honesty and kindness are contagious. The sharing of these traits will make our world a better place.
Under Secretary of the Army Washington D.C.
[In regards to] 40,000 copies of your book [being] distributed to our service members in the Persian Gulf area, your obvious dedication to the principles of freedom is greatly appreciated.
Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense, Washington D.C.
It is a wonderful and insightful guide to living a more peaceful life on a personal and worldwide basis.
TL, United States Senator.
These are, indeed, difficult times and I commend your efforts to help create a peaceful and happier world.
T.D., U.S. Senator
The book has many important things to say. However, I believe its greatest value is the way it is given – out of love, from one friend to another. The passages can be a guide to following a good path, whether the book's user is a government or any other profession.
City Councilman, Los Angeles, California
I commend your efforts on the distribution of The Way to Happiness book. My biggest concern is the availability of drugs to young students in communities and schoolyards. A program like "Set A Good Example" is a positive step to remove the threat of drugs from all age groups.
United States Representative
The book The Way to Happiness should be an inspiration to everyone. By following the advice contained in the book, there is no doubt that all will benefit personally and successfully across life's path.
City Mayor, California
It pleases me to see citizens maintain decent, humanitarian values, and I encourage you to continue passing along your message of hope for a peaceful future.
United States Senator