According to Albert Schweitzer – ‘Happiness is nothing more than good health and a bad memory’. A recent study on aging by Pew Research Centre found the factors that predict happiness among younger adults are the same for older adults – namely good health, good friends and financial security. In a more light-hearted vein we have just discovered from the previous post today that happiness for Dr. O is driving a fast and fancy car! We’d love to hear what makes you happy and how you would define happiness.
The pursuit of happiness characterizes the human condition. But for those suffering from stress, money trouble or chronic illness, a positive outlook on life can be difficult to find. Now, a Tel Aviv University researcher says we should look to our genes. [continue reading…]
Cognitive researcher Nancy Etcoff looks at happiness — the ways we try to achieve and increase it, the way it’s untethered to our real circumstances, and its surprising effect on our bodies. Source: TED
If you think having loads of money, fetching looks, or the admiration of many will improve your life — think again. A new study by three University of Rochester researchers demonstrates that progress on these fronts can actually make a person less happy. [continue reading…]
