A heartfelt conversation with Andrew Matthews, a best-selling author and happiness coach known for his unique blend of cartoons and self-help. Andrew's journey to happiness began with the realization that those who overcome life's biggest challenges often find the deepest joy. This insight inspired his first book, “Being Happy,” which combines Wisdom and humor to make personal Growth more accessible. Hear how Andrew transformed rejection into worldwide success, with millions of copies sold in 48 languages, and learn how his passion for cartooning has powered his career in public speaking and inspiring others.

Our discussion with Andrew highlights the profound impact of resilience and creativity on personal growth. Embracing failure, envisioning a brighter future, and tackling life's difficulties one day at a time are key themes in his book “Bouncing Back.” Andrew shares how art and humor can be powerful tools for storytelling and reflection, illustrating that what challenges us today might be what shapes us for tomorrow's success. Through humor and visual storytelling, Andrew's work encourages us all to pursue what we love with enthusiasm and creativity, reminding us that happiness is often found on the other side of adversity.

(02:18) The Pursuit of Happiness
(06:02) Understanding the Value of Uniqueness
(16:55) The Power of Cartooning and Humor 
(20:01) Exploring Artistic Mediums and Techniques 

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Mike Montague is the Director of Community Engagement at Sandler. He is also a game show host, public speaker, podcaster, and writer at Playful Humans. He has been a radio DJ, karaoke host, virtual game show host, MC, and DJ for live events including opening for Billy Idol, Frankie Valli, and MC-ed at Toby Keith's Bar & Grill. Playful Humans is a community designed to help the burned-out and bored get re-energized and engaged with life. His mission is to help adults discover the power of playing for a living and how to avoid burnout, quiet quitting, or a midlife crisis. Find out more at https://www.playfulhumans.com.