My Experiments in the Practice of Everyday Life

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Try Not To Talk in a Mean Voice. Try Again. And Again.

So much of my Happiness Project is aimed at helping me curb my very strong tendency to “talk in a mean voice” or “make a mean face” (which is how my daughters refer to this behavior). In a flash of irritation or anger, I snarl at my sweet daughters or my good-natured husband. They don’t like this, and I don’t …


Make a Joke of It. It’s Difficult, But Effective.

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. I know that one of the most effective ways to …