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by Mark Williamson from the Guardian We’re constantly bombarded with messages about what makes for a good life. Advertisers tell us it comes from owning and consuming their products. The media associate it with wealth, beauty or fame. And politicians claim that nothing matters more than...

06 November, 2014

by Carey Rossi from TIME magazine Change these simple, everyday routines to live a happier life Depression is usually brought on by factors beyond our control—the death of a loved one, a job loss, or financial troubles. But the small choices you make every day may also...

05 November, 2014

Life's not always easy.  In fact life can be very challenging at times; especially when we're going through changes and/or transitions that question our ability to cope.  But happiness is still possible.  And happiness can still be a realistic goals.  We just need to navigate through the tough times...

03 November, 2014

Happiness isn't always easy.  For many of us, it's something we need to work hard for; and then we need to keep working hard for it again, day after day.  But some happiness is possible each and every day; and as this article from PsychCentral shows, it...

03 November, 2014

Although this blog mostly (and obviously) focuses on happiness we're well aware and it's important to note (repeatedly) that no one is happy all the time.  Although there's nothing wrong with trying to maximise happiness, it's important to be realistic and face up to the fact...

31 October, 2014

by Moppland from PickTheBrain Life is fleeting. Moments are there for an instant and then they are gone. Do you enjoy these moments or do you merely use them as a means to an end? Are these moments springboards to reach the next checkpoint, or are...

29 October, 2014

For a variety of reasons, when talking happiness and happy living, I usually try to frame things in the positive. But I love this "not to-do" list and had to share it with you here on my Happiness Blog...

28 October, 2014

We all have good days; and we all have bad days.  Even Dr. Happy feels sad and angry and anxious and frustrated at times.  It's normal to get down but it's also important to do what you can to pick yourself up as soon as you can...

26 October, 2014