Scientifically Proven Ways To Be Happier

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Jeffrey Newman

Researchers lead by Jennifer Aker of Stanford University say that they examined 60 academic studies and drew links which are a guide to individual happiness. Their findings include the following: 1. Spend time with the “right” people who you enjoy the most; 2. Avoid small talk and gossip as it tends to make people unhappy; 3. Spend time on socially connecting activities such as volunteering and spending time with friends. Work or study friends don’t count; 4. Day Dream. Research shows that thinking about something happy or pleasurable can make you happy; 5. Expand your time. Slow down a bit and enjoy things more.