My New Book

Publication date: July 9th 2024

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My New Book

Publication date: July 9th 2024

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My New Book

Publication date: July 9th 2024

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About Dr David R Hamilton

I'm a writer, columnist, speaker, and author of 12 books.

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“This book should be the thought for the day every single day.”

Dr. Julie Smith, Sunday Times Best-selling author of 'Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?'

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My books cover a range of subjects, from kindness, the mind-body connection, self love / self-esteem, to understanding alternative and spiritual practices.

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20 Mar
A superfood for your soul
We all know that eating well nourishes our bodies. Nutritious food gives us energy, supports our immune system, and keeps us feeling our best.  But what if I told you...
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18 Mar
The Illusion of Being Self-Made: Why Gratitude and Humility Matter More Than We Think 
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10 Mar
Pass It On: The Surprising Science of Contagious Happiness
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07 Mar
Rewriting my self-worth: A journey from self-doubt to self-love
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24 Feb
I’m so happy for you

“David's clear explanation of recent research on kindness shows that far from a weakness, kindness is instead a powerful force from which we all benefit.”

Sharon Salzberg, New York Times Best-selling author of 'Real Happiness' and 'Lovingkindness'

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