How You Too Can Be as Miserable as Any King or Queen in Recent Times

Ever wondered how kings and queens, with all their wealth, power, and luxury, still managed to be miserable? Turns out, we’re just as good at it today—only with WiFi and faster food delivery.

How You Too Can Be as Miserable as Any King or Queen in Recent Times is a sharp, witty, and thought-provoking guide that uncovers the timeless patterns of misery perfected by royalty and continued by modern society. From the crushing burden of expectations to the endless pursuit of more, this book reveals why chasing happiness is a losing game—and how breaking free from the cycle requires a completely different approach.

Inside, you’ll discover:

✔ The Royal Burden – Why rulers and modern overachievers alike are never satisfied

✔ The Art of Indulgence Without Enjoyment – How having everything makes you appreciate nothing

✔ The Public Scrutiny Trap – Why people-pleasing and social media validation are today’s court politics

✔ The True Secret to Joy – What kings and queens overlooked but you don’t have to

BONUS: The conclusion features “So You Want to Be a Peasant?”—a practical guide to stepping away from the throne of stress and choosing a different path.

Filled with historical insights, modern parallels, and laugh-out-loud sarcasm, this book challenges you to ask: Will you continue the legacy of royal misery, or finally reclaim your own happiness?

Perfect for fans of:

• Satirical self-help books • Stoic philosophy with a humorous twist • Anyone tired of chasing success and ready to rethink what really matters

© 2025 Chris Palmore (Audiobook): 9798318360565

Release date

Audiobook: 21 March 2025