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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 … →

This proposed happiness resolution is easy. Go outside. Go outside into the sunlight; light deprivation is one reason that people feel tired. Research suggests that light stimulates brain chemicals that improve mood and increase motivation. For an extra boost, get your sunlight first thing in the morning. Now, I’m the kind of person who loves to sit around the house … →