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250 - Friday Fix: What the Sentimental Items You Keep Say About You

The Verywell Mind Podcast

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How to Trade Dollars for Happiness

People who use their time in generous ways tend to report higher levels of happiness. Lara's research examines the psychological consequences of what's known as pro-social spending. Having more money is confusingly related to how happy we are, she says. But when we can see this positive impact we're having on other people, which is such a robust predictor of happiness, it makes us happier.

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