Praise for Allen Klein and His Books
“I am always looking for ideas that help people enrich their lives. This book does just that. I highly recommend you read it… It will feed your soul, lift your spirits, and help you live a fuller, richer, and more joy-filled life.”
—SARK (Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy) author of Living Juicy
“Allen Klein is a noble and vital force watching over the human condition.”
—Jerry Lewis, actor/comedian
“I have come to know that sometimes the simplest words can make a major difference in how people perceive and interact with their world. This book can make that same difference to you.”
—Jack Canfield, coauthor of Chicken Soup for the Soul
“Allen Klein’s purpose is to make us feel inspired again, to bask in laughter and revel in joy.”
—OMTimes
“A wonderful collection of timeless inspiration and powerful insights.”
—Randy Gage, author of Prosperity Mind
“This powerful collection of quotes serves as a great reminder of simple truths and timeless wisdom that can alter our lives in a profound way. This book is guaranteed to inspire all who read it.”
—Mike Robins, author of Focus on the Good Stuff
“This book will wake you up and show you how this day may truly be the best day of your life.”
—Kristine Carlson, coauthor of the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series
“Allen’s writing will lift your spirit and inspire you.”
—Gloria Horsely, president and cofounder of Open to Hope
“Quotes ARE fuel for the soul, and Allen has packed enough fuel in this book to shine a light of positivity and hope that will glow for eternity.”
—G. Brian Benson, author of Habits for Success
“Let Allen Klein inspire you and help you embrace and celebrate the joy in your life and in the life that surrounds you.”
—Carole Brody Fleet, author of Happily Ever After
Also by Allen Klein:
The Joy of Simplicity
Positive Thoughts for Troubling Times
Embracing Life After Loss
You Can’t Ruin My Day
Secrets Kids Know…That Adults Oughta Learn
Change Your Life! A Little Book of Big Ideas
Having the Time of Your Life
The Art of Living Joyfully
Always Look on the Bright Side
Words of Love
Mom’s the Word
Inspiration for a Lifetime
The Courage to Laugh
The Healing Power of Humor
Learning to Laugh When You Feel Like Crying
L.A.U.G.H.: Using Humor and Play to Help Clients Cope
Allen Klein
Bestselling author of The Healing Power of Humor
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The Lighten Up Book: Affirmations and Insights to Inspire Health and Happiness
ISBN: (p) 978-1-63353-744-6 (e) 978-1-63353-745-3
LCCN: 2019944133
BISAC: REF019000, REFERENCE / Quotations
For Cousin Bernice,
who was never at a loss for words,
and most of them uplifting.
Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
Proverbs 16:24
Table of Contents
cheer●cheerful●chuckle clown●comedian comedy●comic●comical
folly●fool●foolish frivolity●frivolous fun●funny