| | A Brief Introduction | p. xi |
| | It's time for positive action | |
| | Where we meet that adorable genius William James, turn the world upside-down, learn how to create good cheer at will, and visit the fun factory | |
| | Persuasion | p. 145 |
| | How to be Happy | p. 1 |
| | Attraction and Relationships | p. 33 |
| | Where we unpack the mysteries of the human heart, discover the power of footsie, invent a new type of speed dating, and learn how to live happily ever after | |
| | Willpower | p. 115 |
| | Mental Health | p. 73 |
| | Where we meet the "Napoleon of neuroses," find out why watching sports is bad for your health, and discover how best to deal with phobias, anxiety, and depression | |
| | Where we learn why rewards punish and discover how to motivate others, beat procrastination, stop smoking, and lose weight | |
| | Where we explore the problems of changing people's minds, find out what really manipulates the masses, and discover how cooperation can shape society | |
| | Creating a New You | p. 187 |
| | Where we hypnotize a woman, saw a brain in half, and discover why you really are of two minds about everything | |
| | Appendix | p. 243 |
| | Notes | p. 249 |
| | Index | p. 267 |
| | Where we learn how to feel more confident, change our personality, and slow the effects of aging | |
| | Conclusion | p. 233 |
| | Acknowledgments | p. 247 |