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4. Happiness among men and women has changed since the 70’s.

5. Consider This… Studies show we have: More income More education
More cars
Twice the standard of living as Americans in the 1960’s
Bigger houses (Average American house size has more than doubled since the 1950’s)

6. But… Studies also show we: Are twice as likely to be depressed
Have fewer close friends
Have more debt
Weigh more
Have fewer children
More work hours
Have fewer marriages
Have more outside influences
Are more isolated
Are less connected and more plugged in

7. Some people are thriving
Some people are thriving. They are more successful and happier than ever. What’s their secret?

8. Happiness causes success, Not the other way around.

9. Habit 1
Get Off the Hedonic Treadmill Why are we poor predictors of our own happiness and how you can get it right
Happiness set point and what’s in your control
Expectations and the problem with comparing “up”
Create your own happiness action plan
Coaching Question: What simple change could bring you the most joy right now?

10. Habit 2
Build Your Muscle of Self Control Why your talent isn’t enough and how to develop the trait that will take you to the top
Discipline trumps talent
Instant gratification is an enticing B12 shot. Beware!
Coaching Question: What’s the one consistent action you will take towards your vision?

11. Habit 3
Cultivate Positive Emotion How a surprising but easy formula will save your relationships and transform your life
Positive can undo negative
Make decisions in a positive frame of mind
Build your emotional bank account
Coaching Question: What or who makes you laugh? What games do you like to play?

12. Positive Emotion Makes You Stronger
more successful professionally and personally.
bounce back from stress and adversity faster.
maximize career opportunities and increase your income.
fight off depression, colds and other illnesses
live longer!

13. What is the main source of my most persistent distractions?
Flow
“I minimize interruptions so I can
fully engage in the activity at hand.”
What is the main source of my most persistent distractions?

14. Gratitude “Before I lay my head down at night,
I reflect on the three best things about today.”
What three things am I most grateful for today? What is my reflection on each of them

15. “Every day, I make sure I have something
Anticipation
“Every day, I make sure I have something
to look forward to”
What are you looking forward to this week?

16. “I aim to live on 75% (or less)
Financial Savvy
“I aim to live on 75% (or less)
of my income”
What can you do to expand the gap between your expenses and your income?

17. What do you have fun doing, even if you’re no good at it?
Play
“I give myself permission to play,
be silly, and have fun!”
What do you have fun doing, even if you’re no good at it?

18. How is someone’s life better when they cross your path?
Purpose
“Happiness is not the sole aim
of my existence”
How is someone’s life better when they cross your path?

19. What could you savor and smile about today?
“Every day I find a way to
smile – especially on bad days”
What could you savor and smile about today?

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