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Just like a car, if your happiness tank is not full, it can create a space for dirt and rust to enter the fuel lines and cause damage. Leaving your tank empty can also lead to a lack of self-control and emotional resources. Philosophers have boiled the discussion of happiness down to two basic views:… Continue reading Happiness Is A Full Tank

Happiness, it seems, is harder to pin down than a warm puppy or Prozac prescription. This could partly explain why happiness research is less common than studies of gloomier emotions. Happiness is a global pursuit, however, and it’s one that comes with health perks. In fact, being happy can even help you live longer! 1.… Continue reading Happiness is a Full Tank

A full tank of happiness can help you deal with the ups and downs of life. This is especially important when times are tough. Like a full tank, your level of happiness can fluctuate depending on the things you do and the way you think about them. The APA defines happiness as feelings of joy,… Continue reading Happiness is a Full Tank

Happiness has long been seen as the elusive goal of human life. A whole branch of psychology—positive psychology—has been dedicated to the elusive state of happiness. According to the American Psychological Association, happiness is an emotion that includes feelings of joy, gladness, satisfaction, and well-being. There are a variety of ways to cultivate happiness, including… Continue reading Happiness is a Full Tank

Happiness is an electrifying, elusive state. Philosophers, theologians, and psychologists have struggled to define it. This study explores lay conceptualizations of happiness using free definitions elicited in open-ended interviews among participants across countries. Correspondence maps of psychological definitions of happiness show that harmony ranked first, followed by awareness and then experience. Partial Fill-Ups While there… Continue reading Happiness is a Full Tank

A hedonist might say that pleasure alone suffices for happiness, but others take a more broad view of well-being. On some objective list theories, like the Aristotelians’ eudaimonia, it consists in a life of virtuous activity. Some people define happiness as a sense of contentment, and it has been linked to health benefits such as… Continue reading Happiness is a Full Tank

It’s important to keep your happiness tank full. Having a happy, positive outlook will help you through life’s ups and downs. There are a few reasons to question the value of this idea. One is that hybrid theories often fail to distinguish between different kinds of well-being. Hedonists and emotional state theorists might reject a… Continue reading Keep Your Happiness Tank Full

Fortunately, happiness is something that can be nurtured. Research suggests that cultivating solid social relationships can help you feel happier and healthier. It can also provide a buffer against mental illness. Happiness is a complex and elusive concept. Philosophers, theologians, and psychologists have struggled to define it. One branch of psychology, positive psychology, focuses on… Continue reading Happiness is a Full Tank

If you’re feeling stressed and need to recharge, try some calm breathing. It will help you focus on the important things in life and feel more in control of yourself. The hedonist view is that happiness is pleasure, while the eudaimonia view is about fulfilling goals and pursuing values. Nevertheless, both are related and necessary… Continue reading Happiness is a Full Tank

Happiness is a full tank, but it’s not the only way to go. In fact, different people achieve happiness in a variety of ways. One definition of happiness is that it is the net excess of positive feelings over negative ones. This subjective conception of happiness is more consistent with common usage. What is the… Continue reading Happiness is a Full Tank