Books 59 Seconds: Change Your Life in Under a Minute  by Richard Wiseman (Author)

"59 Seconds: Change Your Life in Under a Minute" by Richard Wiseman is a science-backed self-help book that offers quick, practical techniques based on psychological research, designed to create meaningful positive change in a very short time—often less than a minute.

Key ideas from the book include:

Simple actions like writing down what you’re grateful for or your problems can improve mood and outlook for months.

Wiseman debunks common self-help myths and focuses on evidence-based methods to improve areas such as happiness, relationships, goal-setting, creativity, and resilience.

Small mindset shifts, positive psychology techniques, and behavioral prompts are emphasized, showing that lasting change doesn’t require long or intense effort.

Examples include facial expressions influencing mood (holding a pencil in your teeth to simulate a smile), visualization of successful outcomes, and setting clear goals.

The book is accessible and packed with quick actionable advice emphasizing that thinking a little differently for just 59 seconds can lead to big life changes.