Happiness is an elusive emotional state. Over the years, theologians, philosophers, and psychologists strove to define it. Of course, different disciplines posit contrasting definitions.
But in 1990, a branch of psychology emerged independently. The Positive Psychology has been dedicated to exploring happiness beyond “positive mood”. The recent meaning tackles well-being that encompasses satisfaction in different aspects of life.
Recent scientific findings suggest that happiness is not merely the result of wealth. Money is just one thing. Happiness is a product of multiple factors such as genetic makeup, marital status, social relationship, and overall life satisfaction of an individual.
The big part of becoming happy is cognition. The way you perceive your experience influences your feelings. If you negatively evaluate your current life situation, it is more likely than not, that you feel bad.
People who lightly carry their burden would be able to deal with life confidently. They are happier than those who dwell in negativity. The good feeling starts in the mind.
How to be happy every day? When you stuck in a bad experience it will hard for you to be happy. Or, is it? For most people, happiness is the result of positive experiences. But the reality is, happiness is not mainly dependent on your daily experience. This means that you can be happy regardless of your experience. It is…
The importance of practicing gratitude exercises. You may already hear the benefits of practicing gratitude. It boosts happiness and psychological well-being in general. But do you really express it? Are you grateful for what you have? In this post let me help you focus your attention on this. I’ll give you five simple ways you can try today to practice…
On overcoming loneliness. Loneliness is a normal emotional state. We all experience it. It is part of being human. However, some people may find it hard to deal with this emotion. If you don’t control sadness, it will take over all your daily activities. It can impair your overall functioning. As a result, like many people, you will not be…
What is the ultimate key to happiness? When you’re stressed out at work, or at something, your well-being is shaken. At this state, your mind is preoccupied with so many things. But no matter how bad the situation is, there’s always a place for happiness. And there’s always a reason to be happy. If you reach your breaking point, it…
How to deal with negative emotions? Most people when they are feeling bad make impulsive decisions. The problem is that the decisions you make when you’re angry often result in negative consequences. So what is the best thing to do when you are angry? Instead of giving an answer based on rationalization, I will give you a scientifically proven way…
How to become a happy person? With all the challenges we face every day, either in school or at work, it may be difficult to experience happiness. The world is increasingly demanding and complicated. Our daily routine sometimes becomes toxic to our mental and physical health. But the good news is that no matter how bad your experience may be,…