Decide Intentionally to Be Happy

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Episode 3859:

Joshua Becker outlines 11 simple yet powerful science-backed habits that can lead to a more fulfilling and intentional life. From exercising and going outside to giving more and smiling often, each resolution is grounded in research and designed to improve your well-being mentally, emotionally, and even physically.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/better-resolutions/

Quotes to ponder:

“Good habits make all the difference.”

“Psychologists have scientifically proven that one of the greatest contributing factors to overall happiness in your life is how much gratitude you show.”

“Determining to be happy is a productive decision towards achieving it.”

Episode references:

Get Up, Get Out, Don’t Sit: https://archive.nytimes.com/well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/10/17/get-up-get-out-dont-sit

Spending on Doing Promotes More Happiness than Spending on Having: https://www.inderscience.com/info/inarticle.php?artid=55643

Volunteering Time Makes People Feel More Time-Rich: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/volunteering-time_n_1672170

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