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The state of the economy may be out of people's hands, but their happiness isn't, according to a group of researchers meeting at an international conference on happiness this week. Experts from fields ranging from neuroscience and philosophy to psychology and theology will gather to discuss...

13 May, 2009

Just a few days ago I published an article in our free eNewsletter titled "What's the point?" in which I outlined a strategy for clarifying what's important in life and how you can stay focused on these priorities. This article received a lot of...

13 May, 2009

We all know the importance of positive emotions. Barbara Fredrickson's, "broaden and build," theory has taught us that joy and amusement allows us to expand our thinking. It also prevents that constricted feeling that manifests in our bodies when we are stressed. Equally, Valliant,...

12 May, 2009

In the late nineteen-sixties, Carolyn Weisz, a four-year-old with long brown hair, was invited into a "game room" at the Bing Nursery School, on the campus of Stanford University. The room was little more than a large closet, containing a desk and a chair. Carolyn...

12 May, 2009

When faced with a massive challenge, most people feel flooded by fear, which triggers the powerful primary negative emotions of anger, anxiety and depression. Their attention becomes riveted on their problems, absorbing all of their resources and energy. Concentration becomes difficult. Confusion is commonplace. Relationships...

12 May, 2009

APA PRESS RELEASE May 6, 2009 Contact: Pam Willenz (202) 336-5707 TEACH YOUR CHILDREN WELL: FOCUSED, HAPPIER KIDS GROW UP TO BE HEALTHIER ADULTS, STUDY FINDS WASHINGTON-Children who can stay focused and don"t sweat the small stuff have a better shot at good health in adulthood -- and this is...

11 May, 2009

Perfectly Happy The new science of measuring happiness has transformed self-help. Now scholars suggest it could transform society. By Drake Bennett May 10, 2009 Boston.com In recent years, cognitive scientists have turned in increasing numbers to the study of human happiness, and one of their central findings...

11 May, 2009

Positive psychology research tells us that happiness often comes from appreciating beauty. Watching others create and admiring with wonder is a certain path to happiness. For an amazing video or some amazing creativity (which I hope will bring you some happiness) - click here...

09 May, 2009