My Experiments in the Practice of Everyday Life

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My TEDxNew Haven Talk: “Five Half-Truths About Happiness.”

A few months ago, I gave a talk at the TEDxNewHaven on “Five Half-Truths About Happiness.” To give you a preview, the half-truths are… Hell is other people. Happiness is all in your head. A messy kitchen is too insignificant to matter to my happiness. Happiness should make you feel happy. One of the best ways to make yourself happy …


Does “Relationship Talk” Boost Happiness? For Women, Yes; For Men, No.

I’ve noticed that many people are fascinated by the happiness differences between men and women. For the most part, in my research and reflection, I don’t focus overmuch on this, because I think it obscures the differences among individuals. In particular, when I focus on the way “men” generally behave, I start to lump my husband along with half of …


Stop Talking, Or, a Happiness Lesson from Sex and the City 2.

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. A few days ago, as a treat, a friend and …