Author: Dr Happy

How can I develop self-confidence and self-esteem? originally appeared on Quora - the knowledge sharing network where compelling questions are answered by people with unique insights. Answer by William Beteet, The Lazy Philosopher, on Quora: You are going to die, bro - You are going to...

06 February, 2017

via Eric Baker Sometimes just being happy is hard enough. Figuring out how to have a happy life can seem downright overwhelming. In his book, Authentic Happiness, University of Pennsylvania professor Martin Seligman (the Big Kahuna of happiness research) says that there are four types of happy lives. That’s right —...

06 February, 2017

via Inc.com by Marcel Schwantes Ever hiked down the Grand Canyon? Scaled up Yosemite's Half Dome? Stood at the top of Christ the Reedemer and looked down at Rio de Janeiro's city landscape? These things (along with watching the birth of my son, seeing Kirk Gibson blast...

03 February, 2017

via the Juice Daily by Gretchen Reynolds When people get up and move, even a little, they tend to be happier than when they are still, according to a new study that used cellphone data to track activities and moods. In general, the researchers found, people...

02 February, 2017

Not all problems are HUGE. But that doesn't mean their insignificant. And for some of us who're lucky to live relatively good lives, it's those pesky day-t0-day problems that cause us the most unhappiness. It goes without saying, then, that to enjoy more happiness it would be helpful...

02 February, 2017

via Inc.com by Andrew Thomas Research shows that habitual complaining affects us mentally, emotionally, and physically. Such behavior may cause or worsen stress, sapping our energy and desire to pursue our dreams. Above all that, it just doesn't feel good to complain, or hear complaints. They're negative...

01 February, 2017

via Pick The Brain by Rob Leonardo So you want to feel confidence that’s running through every vein? The type of confidence that brings out the absolute best in you? That inner voice that makes heads turn, the looks that make people shut up, or the...

30 January, 2017

People learn more when their offices are fun! via Science of Us by Drake Baer Baby boomers and millennials are equally infused with the Protestant work ethic — the hyperdutiful drive toward productivity that makes everybody eat lunch at their desks and work while sick and never...

27 January, 2017

via Greater Good by James Baraz In our competitive culture, we usually think “more is better.” Being Number One, winning at all costs, and “having the most” is deeply ingrained in our psyche as real success. This model of going for the max is often erroneously...

27 January, 2017