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.
Are you bored or feeling down? Do you need an instant mood booster? Experts believe that one of the most effective (yet simple) ways people can lift their spirits is through list writing. Just like keeping a journal, many people attest to the therapeutic benefits of writing lists. Our brains actually work like computers, which … Read more
Decluttering and looking for somewhere to donate your old books? Decluttering is one of the many ways to straighten out and organize your life. Recent research indicates that it can relieve your stress and increase your happiness immensely. But when decluttering, one of the hardest things to get rid of can be old books. It … Read more
Everyone needs a little pick-me-up once in a while. For some people, that might mean escaping for a long hike in the hills. Or perhaps a visit to a quaint little coffee shop, with the best people-watching spot known to man. And for others, comfort might be found with some cheer up quotes, such as … Read more
Your child attends school and participates in extracurricular activities. On the surface, things seem normal. But lately, you’ve noticed they’re shying away from challenging situations. Or staying to themselves. And, as a parent (or educator), you can’t help but think they’re struggling with low confidence. So how can you give them a boost? There are … Read more
Did you know that the average American spends an average of ten hours looking at a screen every day? Whether on a laptop, tablet or phone. That’s a lot. A lot of time spent staring at something small when we could be looking at something much bigger… and much better. Family, friends, ourselves. It’s a … Read more
If you have an opinion outside of the norm, people presume you’re argumentative. And if you’re driven by happiness rather than money, people insist that you’re just work-shy, and can’t be bothered to chase the big bucks. In fact, if you have any kind of aspirations that move you away from conventional living, people judge … Read more
My dad was bored out of his mind when he retired. He now had all the time in the world, yet, he had never cultivated hobbies since his sole focus was always on work and providing for his family. It took a few years until he settled on some hobbies to fill his time, and … Read more
Emotions are one of the most fascinating and complex phenomena that the human brain can generate. In essence, human emotions are a quick and relatively rudimentary form of information processing that can play a significant role in many areas of your life. Emotions can prompt decisions, strengthen interpersonal relationships, signal potential threats to your physical … Read more
Our lives are so busy as we run from one thing to the next: from home to work, from one project to the next, and so on. Plus, most of us lead sedentary lives too, which is quite unhealthy. That’s why it’s essential to have hobbies so you can unwind, relax, and remember to have … Read more
Looking for the best four-player board games to check out this year? Board games are not just meant to kill time or fill game nights with fun. The benefits of playing board games include increasing your happiness, particularly by reducing your stress levels and creating stronger relationships. This is why more and more people are … Read more