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Many of my happiness-project resolutions are meant to help me keep my vision wide. To counteract my impulse to work all the time, I push myself, with moderate success, to follow resolutions like Force myself to wander, Take time for projects, Read at whim, and Take notes without a purpose. And my most important resolution, of course, is to Be … →

One of the happiness-project resolutions that has added most to my happiness is my resolution to Join or start a group. Being part of a group is a terrific way to make new friends, deepen existing friendships, have fun, create a sense of belonging, and spend time thinking about a subject that interests you. It sounds odd to talk about … →

Video: Join or start a group. 2010 Happiness Challenge: For those of you following the 2010 Happiness Project Challenge, to make 2010 a happier year – and even if you haven’t officially signed up for the challenge — this month’s theme is Friends. Last week’s resolution was to Show up. Did you try to follow that resolution? Did it help … →

Happiness interview: Laura Vanderkam. My favorite part of BlogHer, the blogging conference, was getting to meet so many people — and so many people whose work I admire. I loved Laura Vanderkam’s book, 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think, so I was particularly happy to meet her. In 168 Hours, Laura argues that we have more time … →

2010 Happiness Challenge: For those of you following the 2010 Happiness Project Challenge, to make 2010 a happier year – and even if you haven’t officially signed up for the challenge — this month’s focus is Fun, and last week’s resolution was to Abandon a fun project. Did you try to follow that resolution? Did it help to boost your … →