Anchored in science and vivid storytelling, A Guide to Thriving leads you from survival mode to authentic thriving.
“Jon Rosemberg’s book is everything you need: anchored in a map of the elements of thriving, it is personal, readable, compassionate, wise, and filled with practical suggestions.”
“With probing questions, stories, and practical exercises drawn from his coaching practice, Jon Rosemberg provides a clear map and method for charting a course toward a life you can truly embrace.”
"A breakthrough book that will reward the reader with a useful path forward. Grounded in science, this is a human-centered approach to changing our stories and our actions."
"If you’re ready to redefine success on your own terms, this book is a remarkable place to help you expand your options, ground your decisions, and align you with the people you care about.”
“Jon Rosemberg’s well-lived and keenly observed experiences have led him, and thus the reader, to discover a path to genuine thriving–defined not as some external acquisition, but as inner peace, groundedness, and freedom.”
“A profound and practical guide for anyone seeking to break free from old patterns and reclaim their innate power to grow. This book provides a compass for a more meaningful, flourishing life.”
“Plenty of books talk about “thriving,” but this one actually shows you how. Jon Rosemberg combines down-to-earth storytelling with solid science, making a case that we have more control over our lives than we think.”
“This book will uplift and empower anyone ready to move beyond surviving into a life of possibility and wholeness.”
“This book is essential reading for anyone committed to personal growth and leadership authenticity.”
“In a time when many people have given up on the very notion of thriving, this book is an opening to not only a better life but a better world.”
“Jon Rosemberg expertly shows that when we care for the human being behind the professional, it’s not only good for people, but great for business. A must read!”
"This highly readable book uses a multidisciplinary approach to show how we can cultivate growth and thrive, even in the most difficult times.”
“Jon Rosemberg’s book is everything you need: anchored in a map of the elements of thriving, it is personal, readable, compassionate, wise, and filled with practical suggestions.”
“With probing questions, stories, and practical exercises drawn from his coaching practice, Jon Rosemberg provides a clear map and method for charting a course toward a life you can truly embrace.”
"A breakthrough book that will reward the reader with a useful path forward. Grounded in science, this is a human-centered approach to changing our stories and our actions."
"If you’re ready to redefine success on your own terms, this book is a remarkable place to help you expand your options, ground your decisions, and align you with the people you care about.”
“Jon Rosemberg’s well-lived and keenly observed experiences have led him, and thus the reader, to discover a path to genuine thriving–defined not as some external acquisition, but as inner peace, groundedness, and freedom.”
“A profound and practical guide for anyone seeking to break free from old patterns and reclaim their innate power to grow. This book provides a compass for a more meaningful, flourishing life.”
“Plenty of books talk about “thriving,” but this one actually shows you how. Jon Rosemberg combines down-to-earth storytelling with solid science, making a case that we have more control over our lives than we think.”
“This book will uplift and empower anyone ready to move beyond surviving into a life of possibility and wholeness.”
“This book is essential reading for anyone committed to personal growth and leadership authenticity.”
“In a time when many people have given up on the very notion of thriving, this book is an opening to not only a better life but a better world.”
“Jon Rosemberg expertly shows that when we care for the human being behind the professional, it’s not only good for people, but great for business. A must read!”
"This highly readable book uses a multidisciplinary approach to show how we can cultivate growth and thrive, even in the most difficult times.”
“This entertaining book offers plenty of inspiring stories about individuals learning to thrive, as well as insightful analysis based on ancient wisdom, modern research, professional experience, and the author’s personal journey.”
“Anchored by psychological science, deepened by thoughtful analysis, and brought to life with vivid examples, this book can help many find their personal route from survival to thriving."
“Jon Rosemberg has written a book that is both a mirror and a lantern. Whether you’re navigating loss, burnout, transition, or the quiet ache of feeling misaligned, this book meets you there—and gently walks you forward.”
“Jon Rosemberg reminds us of something we too often forget: we rise higher when we rise together. A Guide to Thriving celebrates the extraordinary power of social connection as the engine of sustainable happiness and collective success.”
“Jon Rosemberg masterfully marries cutting-edge science with timeless wisdom in A Guide to Thriving. The result is a guide that not only informs but inspires and empowers the reader to break old patterns and craft a life of greater purpose and meaning.”
"What's one thing humans need in an age of AI-everything? Balance, ballast, bearings. In this book Jon offers all three."
“A Guide to Thriving is a compelling, science-backed roadmap to go from survival to thriving. Jon Rosemberg empowers readers to break free of limiting patterns and realize their full potential.”
"A Guide to Thriving offers a profound and practical roadmap for moving from survival to growth. This book is an inspiring guide for those ready to live more fully and authentically.”
“With warmth and insight, Jon Rosemberg reminds us that thriving is not about chasing happiness but about cultivating meaning every day.”
“Jon Rosemberg distills an extensive body of scientific research into an actionable plan towards human thriving, your own thriving! Jon is a sort of coach, companion, committed friend on your road to realizing a more fulfilling and effective stance in living.”
“Jon Rosemberg synthesized for you life’s most important lessons in a highly engaging way. If you are interested in personal growth and well-being, and in contributing to your family, peers, community, and society at large, read this book.”
“A Guide to Thriving is a much-needed user manual for the human psyche. In it, Rosemberg teaches how thoughts and emotions happen. This knowledge, ultimately, is the platform for positive change.”
“This entertaining book offers plenty of inspiring stories about individuals learning to thrive, as well as insightful analysis based on ancient wisdom, modern research, professional experience, and the author’s personal journey.”
“Anchored by psychological science, deepened by thoughtful analysis, and brought to life with vivid examples, this book can help many find their personal route from survival to thriving."
“Jon Rosemberg has written a book that is both a mirror and a lantern. Whether you’re navigating loss, burnout, transition, or the quiet ache of feeling misaligned, this book meets you there—and gently walks you forward.”
“Jon Rosemberg reminds us of something we too often forget: we rise higher when we rise together. A Guide to Thriving celebrates the extraordinary power of social connection as the engine of sustainable happiness and collective success.”
“Jon Rosemberg masterfully marries cutting-edge science with timeless wisdom in A Guide to Thriving. The result is a guide that not only informs but inspires and empowers the reader to break old patterns and craft a life of greater purpose and meaning.”
"What's one thing humans need in an age of AI-everything? Balance, ballast, bearings. In this book Jon offers all three."
“A Guide to Thriving is a compelling, science-backed roadmap to go from survival to thriving. Jon Rosemberg empowers readers to break free of limiting patterns and realize their full potential.”
"A Guide to Thriving offers a profound and practical roadmap for moving from survival to growth. This book is an inspiring guide for those ready to live more fully and authentically.”
“With warmth and insight, Jon Rosemberg reminds us that thriving is not about chasing happiness but about cultivating meaning every day.”
“Jon Rosemberg distills an extensive body of scientific research into an actionable plan towards human thriving, your own thriving! Jon is a sort of coach, companion, committed friend on your road to realizing a more fulfilling and effective stance in living.”
“Jon Rosemberg synthesized for you life’s most important lessons in a highly engaging way. If you are interested in personal growth and well-being, and in contributing to your family, peers, community, and society at large, read this book.”
“A Guide to Thriving is a much-needed user manual for the human psyche. In it, Rosemberg teaches how thoughts and emotions happen. This knowledge, ultimately, is the platform for positive change.”
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“This book is for those who wonder, ‘Is this all there is to life?’”
If you feel trapped by success on paper but empty inside, this guide offers a clear, practical approach to reclaiming your agency, the belief that your choices matter and have impact.
Through the science-backed AIR method (Awareness, Inquiry, Reframing) and nine elements of personal growth, you'll learn how to find meaning and shift from merely surviving to a life of thriving.
Survival mode is a state of chronic stress, reactivity, and overwhelm, where life feels like constant vigilance and exhaustion. Thriving, on the other hand, means living with intention, openness, and growth.
Agency is our capacity to be active participants in our lives by making intentional choices, guided by the belief that those choices matter and have impact. Being intentional means recognizing that in any moment we have more than one way to respond to life’s changing situations. It’s the ability to see viable alternatives where none seemed to exist before.
AIR stands for Awareness, Inquiry, Reframing, a practical three-step method to transform your mindset and behavior. First, you notice your habitual responses (Awareness), then explore their deeper meanings (Inquiry), and finally choose more intentional perspectives (Reframing).
Yes, it directly addresses burnout and chronic stress by guiding you toward a more balanced life. It challenges the belief that relentless productivity defines your worth and offers practical strategies to create meaningful boundaries.
The book is highly practical and includes exercises in every chapter. These guided reflections help you apply insights directly to your own experiences and challenges. Instead of passively reading, you'll actively engage and immediately put thriving principles into practice.
By teaching you to pause and use your agency to consciously choose your responses, this book helps you move from autopilot living to intentional thriving. You’ll become more aware of limiting patterns and learn to make decisions aligned with your deepest values.
Yes, it helps you cultivate emotional awareness and learn practical strategies to manage intense feelings. Rather than suppressing or being overwhelmed by emotions, you'll learn to understand their messages and respond effectively.
The book emphasizes agency, your ability to actively shape your life through intentional choices, even in challenging situations. Each chapter equips you to recognize and reclaim areas where you have control. Over time, practicing these skills strengthens your confidence and transforms obstacles into opportunities for growth.
Yes, the book integrates cutting-edge research from management, leadership, psychology, neuroscience, sociology, and other fields into accessible ideas.
The book resonates deeply with anyone who feels burned out, stuck, or disconnected, particularly those seeking greater fulfillment and meaning. If you feel trapped by success on paper but empty inside, this guide offers meaningful pathways toward authentic thriving.
Unlike superficial quick-fix approaches, this book offers depth and compassionate practicality. It blends personal stories, robust science, and the powerful AIR method into a holistic and transformative experience. Instead of one-size-fits-all advice, you receive guidance tailored uniquely to your life.
