This book is not only M. J. Ryan’s finest work, but also, to date, the most accessible and practical guide on the subject of change. It draws together best practices from across disciplines and research, exploring transformation and evolution in our lives. You will find no book more inspiring, more realistic, more reassuring, or easier to understand. It reduces fear and reopens possibilities, curiosity, and creative solutions that seemed unimaginable during life’s most challenging times! — Dr. Angeles Arrien, cultural anthropologist and author of The Second Half of Life and Gracias: A Commonsense Guide to the Good Life

If you’re struggling and feel that reading yet another book won’t make a difference, think again. M. J. Ryan possesses the rare gift of breaking down complex issues into clear, actionable steps. — Laura Berman Fortgang, author of What Now?: 90 Days to a New Life Direction

You are far more resilient than you realize. In this inspiring and optimistic book, M. J. Ryan shows you how to face the unexpected and apply what you’ve learned to live more joyfully—in your personal life, your relationships, and your career. — Nell Merlino, founder of Make Mine a Million $ Business and author of Stepping Out of Line

The changes we never asked for often hit us like a thunderbolt. M. J. Ryan’s book teaches us how to move through difficult times more quickly and draw deeper meaning from those events in life that cannot be changed. — Erin Sprinkle, author of What I Know Now: Letters to My Younger Self

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if someone could whisper in your ear the secret to feeling calmer, more confident, safer, more aligned with your values, bolder in taking risks, and more at ease? This book is that whispered advice! Mary Jane Ryan’s work will help you overcome any challenge. You’ll learn how to set new boundaries, take courageous leaps, trust your intuition, create your own rules, and much more. — Shirley Ritchie Belour, author of Say It Now and founder of Simply Celebrate

Insightful, honest, pragmatic, and refreshingly straightforward, M. J. Ryan skillfully dismantles the shackles of so‑called “guru-level” advice, offering a highly practical approach to self‑help. This is exactly the book we need right now. — Jonathan Pease, author of Winning the Room

When life changes are planned and carefully considered, we greet the future with optimism and excitement. Yet when such shifts are unexpected or imposed upon us, anxiety and worry often take hold. In her book, M. J. Ryan presents tools—thoughtful yet simple—that empower each of us to navigate life’s unforeseen changes. — Julie and David Bulitt, co‑authors of The Secrets to a Strong Marriage and co‑hosts of the Couples Talk podcast

M. J. Ryan’s new book is the manual we never had when life knocked us down. It is the tactical playbook, the bible, and the encyclopedia we need right now. Within its pages, she shares secrets to building the skills required in our fast‑paced, ever‑changing world. With the tools she provides, we can not only survive—but thrive! — Nita Sweeney, mindfulness coach and author of the bestselling Depression Hates a Moving Target

★ A work by M. J. Ryan, the bestselling author of over one million copies, renowned happiness coach, leader in positive thinking, change expert, and inspirational speaker, and the author of “Attitudes of Gratitude”! Her books have collectively sold more than 1.75 million copies to date!

M. J. Ryan’s body of work includes:
“How to Survive Change You Didn't Ask For: Bounce Back, Find Calm in Chaos and Reinvent Yourself (2nd Edition)”
“ Trust Yourself: Growing Your Self-Awareness, Self-Confidence, and Self-Reliance ”
“The Power of Patience: How This Old-Fashioned Virtue Can Improve Your Life”
“The Happiness Makeover: Overcome Stress and Negativity to Become a Hopeful, Happy Person ”
“Attitudes of Gratitude: How to Give and Receive Joy Every Day of Your Life (3rd Edition)”

★ Traditional Chinese and Estonian rights have been sold.
★ Confronting life’s uncertainties and thriving in a rapidly changing world: transformative advice on personal change and building resilience.

Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Exhausted by the relentless crises unfolding around us? Bestselling author M. J. Ryan offers this book, packed with practical, timely advice and techniques to help you face adversity, shift your mindset, and ultimately achieve success.
Transform Your Thinking, Achieve Success.
In today’s turbulent times, you’re almost certain to encounter unexpected changes—whether it’s a career setback or the shattering of a long-held dream. You may be struggling to adapt to shifts at work, or perhaps searching for a new home. Renowned bestselling author, influential thought leader, and change expert M. J. Ryan returns with profound insights and strategies to guide you through the challenges posed by all kinds of transformation.
Equip Yourself with Tools to Navigate Change.
Change is rarely easy, especially when it comes uninvited. Yet every moment of upheaval holds opportunities for personal growth and renewal. In this book, Ryan provides a comprehensive roadmap to help you sharpen your mind and strengthen your capacity to respond to life’s unpredictable twists and turns. With her expert guidance, your adaptability will flourish, boosting your confidence so that you not only survive in an uncertain world but truly thrive.

This book will teach you how to:
Embrace change
Expand your range of choices
Strengthen your resilience
Take decisive action

If you enjoy books on resilience such as “The Change Master,” “Do the Hard Thing,” or Curtis Bateman’s “Change,” then you’ll love this one.

M. J. Ryan
M. J. Ryan is an internationally renowned change expert and executive coach, a happiness mentor who spreads gratitude and a positive mindset around the world, an entrepreneur who inspires women to “lean in,” and a bestselling author whose works on gratitude and well-being have sold over 1.75 million copies (as of 2021).
As a member of the International Coaching Federation, Ryan provides guidance on life purpose and leadership to individuals and groups worldwide. She serves senior executives and entrepreneurs globally, helping them accelerate both business success and personal fulfillment. Drawing on her hands-on experience as a corporate CEO, she integrates neuroscience, positive psychology, and asset-based learning to help clients and readers achieve their goals with greater ease. Her clients include such prestigious organizations as Royal Dutch Shell, Microsoft, Time Inc., the U.S. military, and Aon Hewitt. She is a partner at the Levo League professional network and the chief entrepreneurship coach at SheEO, an organization that offers women entrepreneurs innovative financing and support models.
Ryan is the founder of Conari Press, a renowned publisher of motivational and inspirational works, and one of the creators of The New York Times’ popular “Random Acts of Kindness” series. She has published nearly twenty books, including bestsellers such as “What I Will Do This Year,” “The Joy of Beauty” (nominated for the 2005 Better Life Book Award in the How-To category), “The Power of Patience,” “The Miracle of Gratitude,” “The Heart of Giving,” “Believe in Yourself,” and “The Habit Shift: 81 Game-Changing Mantras to Help You Achieve Your Goals with Intention.” By some estimates, her books have sold more than 1.75 million copies! Her articles and writings have appeared in over a thousand newspapers and magazines, including The New York Times, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Health, Family Circle, Woman’s Day, Country Living, Metropolis, and Yoga Journal.
In 2000, Ryan joined Professional Thinking Partners (PTP), an asset-focused consulting firm specializing in maximizing individual and team thinking and learning. Dubbed a “human achievement expert,” she coaches high‑performing executives, entrepreneurs, and leadership teams around the globe. As a member of the International Coaching Federation, she serves as a contributing editor for Health & Wellness and has appeared on The Today Show, CNN, and hundreds of radio programs.
She delivers speeches and leads workshops across the country, including at Marble Collegiate Church in New York, Thanksgiving Square in Dallas, Crossroads Center in Chicago, Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Massachusetts, Esalen Institute in Big Sur, Robert Redford’s Sundance Resort in Utah, and the New Humanity Alliance founded by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Óscar Arias, among others.

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Let’s revisit why the “Random Acts of Kindness” series caused such a stir. The first book in the series was published by Conari in 1993, striking a chord with people everywhere. Since then, the kindness movement has grown into a powerful force for good. Its unprecedented success not only inspired countless individuals to become kinder but also led Congress to declare National Random Acts of Kindness Week in February 1995 and gave rise to The New York Times’ celebrated “Random Acts of Kindness” feature series.
When the adult edition of “Random Acts of Kindness” was first released, hundreds of teachers across the country assigned students the task of writing about acts of kindness they had experienced or initiated. Teachers sent these essays to Conari Press, which then began soliciting similar stories in teacher magazines. The flood of submissions eventually gave birth to “Kids’ Random Acts of Kindness.” From wildly imaginative and delightfully whimsical to deeply moving, this book can help you rediscover your faith in humanity’s capacity for both good and evil.
“Random Acts of Kindness” is the inspiration behind this global movement and a balm for an exhausted world. With its true stories, thought‑provoking quotes, and practical advice on generosity, it should encourage you to live with greater compassion and become a kinder person.