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While it is true that we all have different viewpoints on what “happiness” is, the baseline across the board is relatively similar among philosophers and scientists alike. Today, let’s look at what DOESN’T make people happier?
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Welcome to Everyday Happiness where we create lasting happiness, in 2-ish minutes a day, through my signature method of Intentional Margins® (creating harmony between your to-dos and your priorities), happiness science, and musings about life.
I'm your host Katie Jefcoat and today we are talking about the myths of happiness. While it is true that we all have different viewpoints on what “happiness” is, the baseline across the board is relatively similar among philosophers and scientists alike. But what DOESN’T make people happier?
In Sonya Lyubomirsky’s “The How of Happiness,” she lists 3 myths.
#1: Happiness Must Be Found
The language of happiness can be confusing. Oftentimes, it is described as “finding,” ‘“searching,” or “pursuing” happiness like it is a kite lost in the wind. But happiness isn’t out there playing hide and seek; it is inside of you. You must look inward, not outward.
#2: Happiness Lies in Changing Our Circumstances
Sonya puts it perfectly when she describes this thinking of “I would be happy IF (insert reason here)” or “I would be happy when (insert life change here).” For example, “I would be happy if I won the lottery” or “I would be happy when I got married.” However, science has shown that changing life circumstances, even ones for the WAYYYY better, don’t have much bearing on happiness.
#3: You Either Have It or You Don’t
Some people believe that you “have” happiness, like how you have blue eyes. You either have it or you don’t. But happiness can be learned and practiced. Even if happiness is hard to reach, it is never impossible.
That's why we practice tools that boost our happiness every single day, like showing gratitude and kindness. And on that note, remember kindness is contagious, go out and be kind. And, our brand new kindness cards are in the shop over at www.katiejefcoat.com so go check them out.
Inspired by this article in https://www.amazon.com/How-Happiness-Approach-Getting-Life-ebook/dp/B0010O927W/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ERMZ1YQ1PK8Y&keywords=the+how+of+happiness+sonja+lyubomirsky&qid=1653406929&sprefix=the+how+of+happiness%2Caps%2C864&sr=8-1
Get Everyday Happiness delivered to your inbox by subscribing at: https://www.katiejefcoat.com/happiness
And, let’s connect on social at @everydayhappinesswithkatie and join the community on the hashtags #IntentionalMargins and #everydayhappinesswithkatie on Instagram
Links: https://onamission.bio/everydayhappiness/
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While it is true that we all have different viewpoints on what “happiness” is, the baseline across the board is relatively similar among philosophers and scientists alike. Today, let’s look at what DOESN’T make people happier?
Transcript:
Welcome to Everyday Happiness where we create lasting happiness, in 2-ish minutes a day, through my signature method of Intentional Margins® (creating harmony between your to-dos and your priorities), happiness science, and musings about life.
I'm your host Katie Jefcoat and today we are talking about the myths of happiness. While it is true that we all have different viewpoints on what “happiness” is, the baseline across the board is relatively similar among philosophers and scientists alike. But what DOESN’T make people happier?
In Sonya Lyubomirsky’s “The How of Happiness,” she lists 3 myths.
#1: Happiness Must Be Found
The language of happiness can be confusing. Oftentimes, it is described as “finding,” ‘“searching,” or “pursuing” happiness like it is a kite lost in the wind. But happiness isn’t out there playing hide and seek; it is inside of you. You must look inward, not outward.
#2: Happiness Lies in Changing Our Circumstances
Sonya puts it perfectly when she describes this thinking of “I would be happy IF (insert reason here)” or “I would be happy when (insert life change here).” For example, “I would be happy if I won the lottery” or “I would be happy when I got married.” However, science has shown that changing life circumstances, even ones for the WAYYYY better, don’t have much bearing on happiness.
#3: You Either Have It or You Don’t
Some people believe that you “have” happiness, like how you have blue eyes. You either have it or you don’t. But happiness can be learned and practiced. Even if happiness is hard to reach, it is never impossible.
That's why we practice tools that boost our happiness every single day, like showing gratitude and kindness. And on that note, remember kindness is contagious, go out and be kind. And, our brand new kindness cards are in the shop over at www.katiejefcoat.com so go check them out.
Inspired by this article in https://www.amazon.com/How-Happiness-Approach-Getting-Life-ebook/dp/B0010O927W/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ERMZ1YQ1PK8Y&keywords=the+how+of+happiness+sonja+lyubomirsky&qid=1653406929&sprefix=the+how+of+happiness%2Caps%2C864&sr=8-1
Get Everyday Happiness delivered to your inbox by subscribing at: https://www.katiejefcoat.com/happiness
And, let’s connect on social at @everydayhappinesswithkatie and join the community on the hashtags #IntentionalMargins and #everydayhappinesswithkatie on Instagram
Links: https://onamission.bio/everydayhappiness/
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