Happiness, like most of our traits, is in part genetically inherited and somewhat under our control. Research gathered over the years favors the following ten ways of improving our happiness:
- Realizing money can’t buy enduring happiness.
- Taking control over one’s time.
- Acting happy.
- Seeking work and leisure activities that engage one’s skills.
- Exercising regularly.
- Getting adequate sleep.
- Giving priority to close relationships.
- Focus beyond yourself.
- Being grateful for what you have.
- Nurturing our spiritual selves.
An important survey reports that while people’s buying power nearly tripled since the 1950s, the average American reported their happiness remained literally unchanged. (Source: Happiness data from National Opinion Research Center surveys.)
This report is not a diagnosis. We hope this information can guide you toward improving your life.
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