There's no doubt that happy people think about the world in a different way.
There's no doubt that real optimism, not just "positive thinking", is a vital piece in the puzzle that is happiness.
For some poeople, optimism (and, therefore, happiness) comes naturally; for others, it can...
by Stephen Guise from PickTheBrain
Optimism maximizes potential as pessimism squashes it. Look at these five distinguishing differences between optimists and pessimists and tell me – which one are you?
1. Optimists Believe They Are In Control
Optimists believe they can shape their future. They see no reason...
As a parent, this story really hit home for me.
As a positive psychology coach, I think this story is relevant for any and all of us looking to create more happiness and enjoy a better life.
Read Rachel Macy Stafford's article from the Huffington Post and...
Here at The Happiness Institute we've said for quite some time now that achieveing happiness requires little more than practising a few simple disciplines, each and every day.
Happiness need not be overcomplicated.
Enjoying happiness almost always comes down to doing the little things right; often; consistently.
Which...
from the Huffington Post
Let's face it -- over-thinking leaves you drained. It robs you of your peace and poise of mind. It's mental exhaustion on the level of running a marathon every day. It's a mind-numbing habit that keeps you stuck from leading a happy,...
We all make mistakes; but that shouldn't rob us of happiness. Well not for too long, anyway.
So today we're happy to share with you yet another nice article from MindBodyGreen, this one by Shannon Kaiser...
by Leo Babauta from Zen Habits
When I reflect back on how much happier I am these days compared to my life about 8 years ago, I realize it’s not all a result of better habits (though that’s a part of it).
Here’s what I’ve changed that...
by Valerie Alexander from the Huffington Post
For the last half-decade or so, there has been a massive Happiness Movement underway in this country. Two hundred fifty-eight new books in the happiness category were published on Amazon last month. We are obsessed with happiness.
Overall, this is...
