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Rewritten and Modernized for Psychological Combat

Self-help, Psychology

Date Published: April 9, 2026

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Manipulation has become a method of warfare. Gaslighting, triangulation, and psychological pressure are now tools of control. This book teaches how to recognize them and remain composed under attack. Written in the style of Sun Tzu’s original work, this book carries the discipline of ancient strategy into the unseen arena of psychological conflict. War has changed its form, not its nature. It no longer arrives only with force, but with influence, distortion, and control. Shuai-jan Change preserves the structure of the original Art of War while directing its essence toward these modern forms of conflict. This work is grounded in lived experience as well as study. Having endured emotional and psychological abuse, the author chose not to be defined by it. Through discipline and deliberate effort, that experience was transformed into survivorship and self-command. Strategy is not used to dominate, but to prevent defeat before it occurs. The aim is to recognize manipulation without surrendering principle, and to maintain control where others seek to take it. This is not a book of open war. It is a practical guide for those who encounter manipulation without warning and intend to remain steady, aware, and unbroken.

 
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The Art of War: Two Traditions: The Original Text by Sun Tzu and a Modern Rendering for Psychological Combat

Manipulation has become a method of warfare. Gaslighting, triangulation, and psychological pressure are now tools of control. This volume teaches how to recognize them and remain composed under attack. This edition presents The Art of War in two forms. The first is the original text attributed to Sun Tzu, translated by Lionel Giles and preserved in its classical structure. The second is a modern rendering by Shuai-jan Change, written in the same disciplined style and directed toward the realities of contemporary psychological conflict. War has changed its form, not its nature. It no longer arrives only with force, but with influence, distortion, and control. These days, the adversary advances with toxic thinking, employing tactics such as gaslighting, triangulation, love bombing, character assassination, and calculated victimhood. The modern rendering is grounded in lived experience as well as study. Having endured emotional and psychological abuse, the author chose not to be defined by it. Through discipline and deliberate effort, that experience was transformed into survivorship and self-command. Across both works, the principles of strategy remain constant, but the terrain has shifted. The structure is preserved. The discipline remains. The interpretation adapts. These are not books of aggression. They are studies in recognition, restraint, and self-command. To understand strategy in one age is to recognize it in all others.

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My name is Shuai-jan Change. I am the author of The Art of War: Rewritten and Modernized for Psychological Combat, a contemporary rendering of Sun Tzu’s classic focused on the unseen arenas of manipulation, coercion, and mental conflict.

Drawing from the style and structure of the original text, this work reframes ancient strategies for use in modern environments, where conflict unfolds not only through open confrontation but through distortion, pressure, and control of perception. This work is not written from theory alone. It is informed by lived experience. Having endured psychological and emotional abuse, I undertook a process of inner discipline to avoid adopting the same patterns of distortion, blame, and control. The objective was not to remain a victim; it was to avoid becoming what was opposed, to establish self-command, and to transform victimhood into survivorship. These writings are intended for those who seek to maintain composure under pressure, recognize manipulative tactics, and preserve their peace of mind without surrendering principle. The objective is not domination, but self-command. My literary work centers on psychological combat as it unfolds across professional, personal, and digital arenas, offering a disciplined approach to strategy, boundaries, and internal stability in an age of dysfunction and constant chaos.

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The Right Ingredients for a Life of Happiness and Hope

 

Self-Help, Women, Psychology

Date Published: September 24th

Publisher: Gifts Of Legacy LLC

 

 

Discover the secrets to living a life brimming with joy and fulfillment
with Nathalie Botros, the renowned Happiness Ambassador. Known for her rich
multicultural background and infectious positivity, Nathalie has dedicated
her life to empowering women around the world. As a psychotherapist, author,
speaker, and mindset/happiness coach, she brings a unique perspective to the
art of happiness.

The Happiness Cocktail: The Right Ingredients for a Life of Happiness and
Hope
is not just another self-help book – it’s a life-changing journey
towards lasting happiness and fulfillment. Experience the incredible results
of unlocking your happiness potential with Nathalie Botros’ expert guidance
and personal experiences.

 

Why You Need This Book:

 

    • Proven Strategies: Incorporate actionable steps and practical exercises
      into your daily life to boost your happiness and well-being.
    • Inspiring Stories: Motivate yourself with personal anecdotes and success
      stories from Nathalie’s own journey.
    • Expert Insights: Benefit from the latest research and insights from
      happiness and mental well-being experts.
    • Holistic Approach: Overcome negative thoughts and emotions and cultivate a
      mindset of positivity and resilience.
    • Empowerment: Take control of your happiness with a step-by-step guide to
      creating your own personalized Happiness Cocktail.

 

In this book, you will discover:

    • How to create a lasting state of joy and fulfillment in your life.
    • The power of gratitude and positive thinking in cultivating
      happiness.
    • Techniques for overcoming negative thoughts and emotions.
    • The ingredients for your personalized Happiness Cocktail.
    • Strategies for maintaining a happy and fulfilling life long-term.

 

Don’t wait any longer – unlock your full happiness potential today and
start living the joyful life you deserve! Buy now before the price changes.

 

  The Happiness Cocktail paperback

EXCERPT

 

Fifty percent of our happiness comes from what they call “Set Point,” which is biology or genetics. In other words, we are born with the disposition to see whether the glass is half empty or half full. Another forty percent comes from what the researchers called “Intentional Activity,” which are the things you choose to do every day. They’re the activities you choose to do that make you happy.

The last ten percent comes from what they call “Circumstances,” which are external factors. Yes, you read it right, just ten percent. And yet we spend so much time looking for happiness in nice houses, cars and clothes, romantic relationships, and how we look in the mirror.

When I look at my genetics, my set point of happiness wasn’t that high, and I’ve wasted years chasing that ten percent, thinking it was the answer to my happiness. I traveled the world, changed jobs, changed partners, and followed all the diets to be happy with my body until I learned that none of those could bring me happiness unless I were happy within. Don’t get me wrong, those “Circumstances” brought me joy, but they were also ephemeral. Once the novelty was gone, I was back to my next chase.

As the research stipulates, we cannot modify the first fifty percent of our happiness as it is our disposition. Ten percent is the cherry on the cake of happiness. My objective in this book is to give you the tools to work on those forty percent. The researchers call it “Intentional Activity,” I call it “The Happiness Cocktail.”

Over the years, I researched and crafted this elixir and shared it with my clients so they could have a smile daily. I want to save you from wasting your time chasing happiness. Sorry, no alcohol, but follow the steps, and you’ll mix an elixir with a guaranteed side effect of Happiness and Hope.

Each chapter is an ingredient. I’ll share my favorite tips and how to stir them into your daily routine. Trust me, this is going to be fun!

By the final page, whether you are predisposed to be happy or not, you’ll find long-lasting happiness. As you are a magnet, your happiness will attract the remaining ten percent. I’ve witnessed my ingredients transforming myself and my clients’ lives, and I want you to find your smile… unconditionally!

 

About the Author

Nathalie Botros
 Nathalie Botros, the Bon-Vivant girl is known as the  Happiness Activator
around the world. With her rich multicultural background, she brings a
unique perspective to her mission of spreading joy. Nathalie wears different
hats – she’s a Psychotherapist, Author, Speaker, and
Mindset/Happiness Coach with a special focus on empowering women.

Her mission hasn’t gone unnoticed. In 2023 alone, she’s been crowned
Top Happiness Coach of the Year by IAOTP and recognized as The Top Women to
Watch in New York  by Soeleish Magazine. Featured in major media
outlets such as NBC TV, Authority Magazine, and Thrive Global, Nathalie
graced the covers of Passion Vista, Soeleish, Best Holistic Life, and
Healthy Life Magazines.

Author of If You Are What You Eat, Should I Eat A Skinny Girl? and creator
of Happiness Cards, her happiness tips resonate with millions globally,
shared through social media, podcasts, and articles.

Nathalie spreads happiness one smile at a time.

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The Right Ingredients for a Life of Happiness and Hope

 

Self-Help, Women, Psychology

Date Published: September 24th

Publisher: Gifts Of Legacy LLC

 

 

Discover the secrets to living a life brimming with joy and fulfillment
with Nathalie Botros, the renowned Happiness Ambassador. Known for her rich
multicultural background and infectious positivity, Nathalie has dedicated
her life to empowering women around the world. As a psychotherapist, author,
speaker, and mindset/happiness coach, she brings a unique perspective to the
art of happiness.

The Happiness Cocktail: The Right Ingredients for a Life of Happiness and
Hope
is not just another self-help book – it’s a life-changing journey
towards lasting happiness and fulfillment. Experience the incredible results
of unlocking your happiness potential with Nathalie Botros’ expert guidance
and personal experiences.

 

Why You Need This Book:

 

    • Proven Strategies: Incorporate actionable steps and practical exercises
      into your daily life to boost your happiness and well-being.
    • Inspiring Stories: Motivate yourself with personal anecdotes and success
      stories from Nathalie’s own journey.
    • Expert Insights: Benefit from the latest research and insights from
      happiness and mental well-being experts.
    • Holistic Approach: Overcome negative thoughts and emotions and cultivate a
      mindset of positivity and resilience.
    • Empowerment: Take control of your happiness with a step-by-step guide to
      creating your own personalized Happiness Cocktail.

 

In this book, you will discover:

    • How to create a lasting state of joy and fulfillment in your life.
    • The power of gratitude and positive thinking in cultivating
      happiness.
    • Techniques for overcoming negative thoughts and emotions.
    • The ingredients for your personalized Happiness Cocktail.
    • Strategies for maintaining a happy and fulfilling life long-term.

 

Don’t wait any longer – unlock your full happiness potential today and
start living the joyful life you deserve! Buy now before the price changes.

 

 

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About the Author

 Nathalie Botros

 Nathalie Botros, the Bon-Vivant girl is known as the Happiness Activator
around the world. With her rich multicultural background, she brings a
unique perspective to her mission of spreading joy. Nathalie wears different
hats – she’s a Psychotherapist, Author, Speaker, and
Mindset/Happiness Coach with a special focus on empowering women.

Her mission hasn’t gone unnoticed. In 2023 alone, she’s been crowned
Top Happiness Coach of the Year by IAOTP and recognized as The Top Women to
Watch in New York  by Soeleish Magazine. Featured in major media
outlets such as NBC TV, Authority Magazine, and Thrive Global, Nathalie
graced the covers of Passion Vista, Soeleish, Best Holistic Life, and
Healthy Life Magazines.

Author of If You Are What You Eat, Should I Eat A Skinny Girl? and creator
of Happiness Cards, her happiness tips resonate with millions globally,
shared through social media, podcasts, and articles.

Nathalie spreads happiness one smile at a time.

Contact Links

Website

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

LinkedIn

 

Purchase Today

 

 

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