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

Reinventing the American DreamAmericans and others have historically been inspired by the idea of the American Dream. And now, for so many, the rough landing at end of the first decade of the 21st century has evoked fear and anxiety. We have discovered that the notion of Rich and Famous can turn out to be an inflated bubble of false ambition leading 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 thought-provoking, moving essays by Darby Checketts with a common theme of redefining success as Smart and Happy versus Rich and Famous. His commitment is to assist you, your loved ones and your friends in meeting life’s challenges in a way that demonstrates how Smart you are and how Happy you are determined to be.