The Pursuit of Happiness

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The Pursuit of Happiness Can we learn to be happier?

Positive Psychology WE know what makes us sad, and study after study has been done on negative emotions, but why don’t we study happiness?

What is positive psychology What is positive psychology? In the film HAPPY, viewers are introduced to the topic of “positive psychology”. This is a relatively new field of science that studies happiness and well-being. Positive psychology looks at how people can become happier and more fulfilled, and what happens when they do. It is an applied science that examines optimal human functioning and creates interventions for developing positive, healthy, thriving individuals, relationships, and institutions.

As described in Happy, psychologists have traditionally focused on people with mental illness or other psychological problems, and on how to care for them. These efforts have led to great advancements in the treatment of psychological disorders, but have done little to help us understand psychological wellness. Positive psychology aims to understand mental health as opposed to mental illness. It asserts that human goodness and excellence are as much a part of the human condition as distress and disorder. It is concerned with making people’s lives more fulfilling, and encourages practices that can increase happiness and satisfaction… …which begs the question: can happiness be practiced?

Apparently, it can be! Here are SIX steps for practicing being a happier you: Express Your Gratitude Feeling thankful and expressing thanks can make a person both happier and healthier. Studies have shown that people who cultivate gratitude sleep better, exercise more, and experience less stress, all of which also contribute to overall health. Being grateful helps turn the focus from what people don’t have to what they do, and helps them feel that they are loved and cared for. Do Something Kind It turns out that being kind to someone else helps both the recipient and the giver. People who regularly practice kindness experience increased happiness, and also benefit from more self- acceptance and positive relationships. Research indicates kindness is valuable because it helps people feel that they are taking part in something that matters.

And… Connect to Your Community Having positive relationships and experiences with others in your community is an important element of happiness. Community connections contribute to peoples’ sense of self and psychological well-being. For young people, these connections also enhance academic performance and social competence. Play Adding more play and laughter in your life can make you happier. Studies have shown that play has many additional benefits, including helping you think more creatively; reducing stress, struggle and worry; stimulating imagination and curiosity; and making you feel more energized.

And finally… Get in the Flow Flow is the experience of being so absorbed in a challenging and enjoyable activity that you lose track of time and lose self- awareness. People who regularly experience flow report greater happiness, motivation, and life satisfaction, as well as less stress and anxiety. Depending on a person’s skills and interest, flow can come from physical activities, hobbies, or work. Try Something New People who regularly seek new experiences are happier and more fulfilled than those who don’t. Novelty challenges our views of ourselves, others, and the world, and stretches our knowledge and skills. Experiencing new things also helps us focus on the present, which enhances everyday life.

Next Week: See if you can become a happier you BY… Expressing your gratitude Doing something kind Connecting to your community Playing Getting into the flow Trying something new