My Experiments in the Practice of Everyday Life

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Do You Have Any “Tells” That Show That You’re Feeling Stressed?

I really work on paying attention to the clues my self is giving myself. For instance, I think of myself in the third person. That allows me to manage myself better. I also follow the resolution to Pay attention to my “tells.” (A “tell,” in poker, is an action or expression that serves as a clue to whether a person …


Feeling Stressed Out? Find a “Comfort Food” for Your Mind.

I’m working on my Happiness Project, and you could have one, too! Everyone’s project will look different, but it’s the rare person who can’t benefit. Join in — no need to catch up, just jump in right now. Each Friday’s post will help you think about your own happiness project. One question for anyone doing a happiness project is: What …


“The Less Money Matters to You, the More Careful You Need to Be With It.”

Happiness interview: Zac Bissonnette. I met personal finance expert Zac Bissonnette when we were on a panel together, and I was impressed by his command of the research and statistics related to working, debt, higher education costs, and money — particularly because he was still in college! He’s now entering his senior year at the University of Massachusetts. His new …


7 Tips for Dealing with a Sweetheart Who Is Constantly Crabby.

Every Wednesday is Tip Day. This Wednesday: 7 tips for dealing with a sweetheart who is crabby all the time. If you’re in a relationship, your sweetheart’s happiness matters a lot to you. Not only because you care about that person’s happiness, but also because — due to a phenomenon called emotional contagion — you’re very likely to “catch” that …


Nine Tips for Feeling Happier When You’ve Lost Your Job — or Fear You Might.

Every Wednesday is Tip Day. This Wednesday: Nine tips for feeling happier when you’ve lost your job – or fear that you might lose it. Being out of work is a major happiness challenge, and these days, a lot of people have lost their jobs, or are worried about hanging onto their jobs. So, given this major drain on your …