It’s easy to move through the day giving everything a quick thumbs up or down—weather, meals, news, even people. But all that judging might be narrowing your world more than you realize. Philosopher and happiness researcher Lorraine Besser argues that the habit[...]
Tag: Happiness
Happiness Advice From 400 Years Ago
What makes a society truly happy? As the latest World Happiness Report shows, it’s not just wealth or comfort—it’s care, trust, and connection. This year’s report draws inspiration from Shakespeare, whose plays reveal how happiness grows—or withers—through relationships and inclusion. Across centuries,[...]
How the science of savoring can help you nurture your relationships
Life moves fast, and it’s easy to let good moments slip by unnoticed. But what if simply paying more attention to them could make us feel happier, more connected, and less stressed? That’s the idea behind relational savoring, a technique that helps[...]
Americans are losing sight of what actually makes us happy
When it comes to happiness, the right to pursue it doesn’t mean we’re good a getting it. The thing is, happiness is akin to the addict’s dragon — always just out of reach. The easier path is to forget it and nurture[...]