Happiness in one form or another is the key behind most articles on HappierHuman. But the articles that deal most directly about happiness are featured here – in our happiness archives.
I woke up on a weekday morning on a June gloom L.A. day. The moment I opened my eyes, I wondered, “What the heck is the point?” I was stuck in a rat race where I went through the same motions every morning, noon, and night. But why? Honestly, it felt like my life was … Read more
Learning virtually and working remotely have benefits. But they can also cause individuals to feel disconnected and struggle with a lack of productivity, due to distractions at home. As teachers and managers, we have the challenges of keeping individuals mentally present, engaged, and accountable. If you’re like me, you also want people to feel connected. In this post, I will define mindfulness, discuss its … Read more
A dampened mood is a fierce opponent. Going into a new day with a head full of gloomy thoughts and worst-case scenarios will undoubtedly ruin it. Negative emotions can at times be so powerful that they narrow your field of vision until all you see are fewer opportunities, fear, and anxiety. The good news is … Read more
Have you ever pondered the mystique of skeletons and the artistry they can inspire? Skeleton coloring pages are not just about celebrating the eerie and macabre. They offer a therapeutic canvas, allowing individuals to de-stress, relax, and momentarily escape the world’s hustle and chaos. In this collection, we’ve curated a diverse set of skeleton coloring … Read more
It has been said that there is no place like home. The warmth of a home is not dependent on its structure or decoration. It is the people in the house that make the home a place worth living. A home is a place where we feel secure, where we can be who we are … Read more
It’s easy to focus on the big stuff: The big promotion, the big holiday, the big romance. They make our hearts skip a beat and the adrenaline rush through our veins. And they hold the promise of something extraordinary, something that could potentially change our lives forever. But while we’re busy chasing after these big … Read more
Our social media feeds are plastered with images of the perfect life. The perfect families. The perfect holidays, complete with sunsets and Sangria. And then there’s your life, which feels as bleak as the bowl of cereal you find yourself gazing into every morning. With each dunk of the spoon, you pray that today won’t … Read more
While sitting in a therapist’s office and discussing your emotions, you begin to shake, twitch, and cry. You don’t know why. It’s just happening. Or maybe you’re at a massage clinic, and the deep, smooth movements working the tension from your muscles cause you to cry uncontrollably. In both cases, you’re probably experiencing signs your … Read more
Wanting material things is not necessarily bad. We all yearn for them for our entertainment and satisfaction. We work hard every day so we can afford the things that make us happy. But wanting more than you can afford and need can make things complicated. When our desires become too much to handle, we often … Read more
I am pretty sure that it’s safe to assume that you have felt bored at least once this week, and that’s totally normal. A friend of mine contacted me a couple of nights ago complaining that she and her hubby were finding their evenings very boring. They both had stressful jobs and found it difficult … Read more