10 Ways To Become Happier
A recent article in Yes! Magazine lists 10 things "science says will make you happy." Each point refers to scientific research that showed that performing these actions resulted in greater measures of things like satisfaction, happiness or self-esteem. Here's the list: 1. Savor everyday moments 2. Avoid comparisons 3. Don't make money your top priority 4. Do have goals that are meaningful to you 5. Take initiative at work 6. Treasure family and friendships 7. Have a "Glass is half full" attitude 8. Express gratitude 9. Exercise 10. Give , volunteer, or help others Most if not all of the researchers above have spent their careers on this research. Yet...with any research the conclusion you draw depends on how you define your study. For example, I've seen studies that show that people who "lie to themselves" (is that what you call optimism?) are happier. Finally, many fall into a fallacy that being happier will lead to greate...