Science-Based Tools for Increasing Happiness | Episode 98
Main Takeaways
- Happiness involves joy, gratitude, and meaning.
- Language is not always sufficient to describe happiness.
- Pursuing meaning and social connections are essential for happiness.
- Shallow interactions can provide a sense of social connection.
- Dopamine and serotonin levels affect happiness.
- Money does not create happiness beyond a certain level of income.
- Trajectory of happiness across one’s lifespan is a U-shaped curve.
- Giving, prosocial spending, staying focused, and brief meditation can increase happiness.
- Quality social connections and pets are essential for happiness.
- Critical value of light for mood and sleep.
