The New American Prosperity: Redefining Success as Smart and Happy versus Rich and Famous

Americans and others have always been inspired by the idea of “The American Dream.” And now, for so many, the rough landing at end of the first decade the 21st Century has become a cause for fear and anxiety. We have discovered that the notion of “rich and famous” can turn out to be an inflated bubble of false ambition that may lead only to a burst of disappointment. American prosperity will return. As we learn from what we are experiencing, we will redefine success in practical and meaningful terms that will erase fear and restore our confidence and determination to move forward. The New American Prosperity is a collection of 39 essays with a common theme. The author’s commitment is to assist you, your loved ones, and your friends in tackling life’s challenges in a way that demonstrates how SMART you are and how HAPPY you are determined to be. The book is a “thinking guide” to help you choose the approach you will take to create the outcomes you want.

The New American Prosperity will provide inspiration and guidance as you…

1. Move beyond the fear that is evident among the American people at this time in history.
2. Re-examine your goals in light of what it means to be SMART and HAPPY.
3. Find opportunities for peaceful reflection and meditation about the wonders of life.
4. Strengthen your faith in the face of frightening or worrisome challenges.
5. Embrace the full possibility of transformation and let go of whatever’s holding you back.
6. Slow down, prioritize, and commit to healthful living.
7. Discover that “the City of Happiness is in the State of Mind.”
8. Create your world by determining “what’s next” for you.
9. Prepare to “take your best shot” in moving forward with life.
10. Commit to a shared prosperity manifest by your generosity toward others.

Excerpts from the FOREWORD
by Steve Chandler, Author of FEARLESS:
Creating the Courage to Change the Things You Can
“This is his most thoroughly modern book yet. Because it is delivered in beautiful, almost stand-alone pieces, perfect for our multi- challenged, time-scattered info-world....
”There are dramatic, heartbreaking stories in this book. Stories of creativity winning out over fear. Darby shares his own bout with frightening cancer. What a blessing it was. He gently dismantles many of the myths that drive us insane. He shows us the truth and how kind it is beneath the everyday baseless panic.
“Many of Darby’s inspired stories come from his travels around the world.... Other stories and tips for more effective living come from his successful business training life. Companies bring Darby in to transform their leadership and culture.
”And yet the most touching parts of this book come from his personal life. It’s a life he shares fully without reservation or fear.”