Book

Feeling dispirited by the pressures of life in a world in crisis? Good news! ‘9 Wonder Words’ gives you tools to feel good.

Described as a “pick me up for struggling humans,” this book shares the wisdom that people living in the toughest conditions on the planet use to remain in high spirits—even when all hell breaks loose.

Through funny stories from around the world, aid worker Lucy Turner shares insights for a happier, healthier life, drawn from her experience living among some of the most resilient people on the planet.

In 9 Wonder Words, you will discover:

• A word to improve your leadership and resilience in high-stress situations.
• A word to increase your creativity and performance.
• A word to access to the stress-reducing benefits of gratitude.
• A word to feel good now, no matter what circumstances you are in.
• An ancient Indian word to give you a sense that you have more time.
• Words from Southern Africa and the Pacific to help you believe and achieve your biggest goals.
• Lessons from West Africa and South Asia on how language promotes peace and progress.
• Lessons from the Middle East on how to use your voice to increase opportunities.
• Global research showing how language created our species, accelerates evolution and can regenerate our planet and societies – beginning with you.

Most of all, you’ll laugh your way across the planet to discover remote and extraordinary places.