Most people know Davy Jones as the cute tambourine player from The Monkees. However, the real Davy Jones, as revealed in his own words, was a man of extraordinary heart and emotional depth. His innate need to share joy and laughter with whomever might benefit was something that truly brightened his soul.

Throughout his life, Davy suffered with loss, guilt, isolation, and heartache - among other things - only to take each of these life lessons and grow through them, always looking for ways to better himself and share his knowledge.

The quotes in these pages - which have been compartmentalized into relevant sections - come from interviews and other sources ranging from 1966 right up until February 2012, just eleven days before he passed away.

Need some inspiration in your creative field? Go to the chapter on purpose. Had a bad day? Listen to some of his terrible jokes. Want to know what Marcia Brady was really like? Ask Davy Jones.

Davy believed that this human journey should not be trod without a smile, that laughter and joy is always available, and that we all have the ability - no matter our height - to present the best version of ourselves, starting right now.

Let him convince you.