Reflecting on oneself and one's actions offers some real advantages. It not only makes one wiser, but also helps to navigate the jungle of life. "Thinking helps!" explores aspects of a successful life, such as: How can we cope well with changes? How do we shape our lives when safety nets become fragile? What makes me content? How do I find my life meaningful? To this end, this impulse giver provides easily readable attempts at answers from the philosophical tradition. Let go of the notion that philosophizing is something very serious. With the tools in "Thinking helps!", it becomes a creative process that is enjoyable and worthwhile.