Author: Dr Happy

via the NewYorker by Will Storr Nearly two and a half millennia ago, Aristotle triggered a revolution in happiness. At the time, Greek philosophers were trying hard to define precisely what this state of being was. Some contended that it sprang from hedonism, the pursuit of...

18 August, 2016

via Inc.com by Elle Kaplan Exceptionally confident people weren't born that way--they got there by making it a habit and flexing their confidence muscles daily. The ultra-confident know that just like when you skip your breakfast, you won't get very far without your daily dose of confidence...

17 August, 2016

I've written about this many times; but it's important to reiterate because it's such a common mistake. Happiness is definitely desirable; and something we should seek to enjoy as often as possible. But happiness is also not possible ALL the time; it's just unrealistic to expect too...

16 August, 2016

via Fulfilment Daily by Emma Seppala The Problem: We’re highly competitive, self-critical and hard on ourselves. The Science: This focus on achievement actually backfires us and makes us vulnerable in times of failure. The Solution: Self-Compassion is associated with greater resilience, productivity and well-being. Strive for more, work even...

15 August, 2016

5 Ways to Increase Happiness in Daily Life via Mindful.org by Elisha Goldstein We all want to be happy, undeniably. For some people happiness comes easier than others, but what we’re starting to understand is that happiness—that sense of connection and ease of appreciating the good moments and...

09 August, 2016

via LifeHack by Carri Vacik If you want to be successful and happy you have to set life goals. Why? Because life goals give you focus, motivation and vision. They help you to formulate action plans and implement the steps you need to take. Without them...

08 August, 2016