My Experiments in the Practice of Everyday Life

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To Be Happier: Look Out the Window.

One of my resolutions is to Cultivate gratitude, but I find it very challenging; I’m always searching for new ways to remind myself how precious an ordinary day is. As I’ve been working on my next book, Happier at Home, I’ve tried to find ways to remind myself of my gratitude for my home. In the tumult of everyday life, …


Tap into Your Senses: Go Outside.

2011 Happiness Challenge: For those of you following the 2011 Happiness Project Challenge, to make 2011 a happier year — and even if you haven’t officially signed up for the challenge — welcome! Last month’s theme was Self-control, and last week’s theme was to Beware the licensing effect. Did you try that resolution? Did it boost your happiness? his month’s …