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“One lives in the naïve notion that later there will be more room than in the entire past.” —Elias Canetti, The Human Province * Writing my Secrets of Adulthood is one of my favorite happiness exercises, and I always enjoy seeing other people’s lists. On Drawing Near, Andria posts her own 38 Secrets of Adulthood (38 for her 38th birthday.) … →

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! This month’s theme is Neighborhood, and last week’s resolution was to Be a tourist in your own city. Did you try that resolution? Did it boost your … →

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! This month’s theme is Creativity, and last week’s resolution was to Make something by hand. Did you try that resolution? Did it boost your happiness? This week’s … →

Gratitude is a key element for a happy life. People who cultivate gratitude get a boost in happiness and optimism, feel more connected to other people, are better-liked and have more friends, are more likely to help others—they even sleep better and have fewer headaches. Nevertheless, I find it…challenging to cultivate a grateful frame of mind. I find it all … →

“He was like a man owning a piece of ground in which, unknown to himself, a treasure lay buried. You would not call such a man rich, neither would I call happy the man who is so without realizing it.” – Eugene Delacroix, Journal This quotation reminds me of the Fourth Splendid Truth: I’m not happy unless I think I’m … →