Happiness in one form or another is the key behind most articles on HappierHuman. But the articles that deal most directly about happiness are featured here – in our happiness archives.
Curious about the best jobs that can help you help other people? Sure, there are tons of career opportunities you can choose from. So many high-paying jobs are competing with each other to get your attention. But which jobs are the most fulfilling? Which one will give you a sense of happiness and contentment? The … Read more
Whether you are angry or frustrated, happy or cheerful, sad or anxious, when you listen to music, it can transport you to your happy place. There is just something about those melodious notes that enchant your soul. The fascinating thing about music is that it is a universal language. While the lyrics of a song … Read more
To be kind to all, to like many and love a few, to be needed and wanted by those we love, is certainly the nearest we can come to happiness. – Mary Stuart You may have heard that happiness comes from within but that is not always true. You can also be the source of someone’s … Read more
Have you ever woken up in the morning with a voice in your head telling you to worry about different things? It is that irrefutably real voice that constantly tells you that you’re worthless and stupid, and that no matter how hard you try, you are going to mess up all important things. Does this … Read more
Do you want the key that unlocks the door to happiness? You actually already possess it. It’s called optimism. According to London-based neurologist Tali Sharot, who wrote the book Optimism Bias: A Tour of the Irrationally Positive Brain, around 80% of the human population is inherently optimistic. Most of us just aren’t aware that we … Read more
Are you struggling with getting your life together? Or simply want some tips on how to improve your life? If so, then there is a proven plan to take back control and create a better future for yourself. Stewart Friedman, in his book ‘Leading the life you want’ lays down six different life narratives to … Read more
Interested in having the happiest job in America? If so, then you should consider one of the top 10 happiest jobs, as reported by CareerBliss. People always say, “Find a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life.” If you are happy with what you do for a … Read more
Have you tried listening to happiness podcasts? Trust me. They will never break your day, they’ll only make it. Happiness is an abstract concept. It could mean different things to different people. What is happiness for me might not be the definition of happiness for you. But regardless, the feeling it gives to every person … Read more
Creating happiness is harder than you think – many of the activities you think will make you happier… do very little. Having money, a perfect family and great kids will not, by itself, intrinsically bring happiness. Many of the goals that people strive for are the same way. See whatDaniel Kahneman, founder of Behavioral Economics … Read more
Is visualization a valuable psychological technique? Or is it all pseudo-science garbage? The truth is some of both. There is real workable science behind the basic concept, which frames visualization as a sort of “mental rehearsal.” But there are also a lot of books, blog posts, and faux “experts” who exaggerate claims about how you … Read more