The Art of Manliness Can You Trust Happiness Studies?
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Sep 25, 2023 Elizabeth Dunn, a social psychology professor and author of 'Happy Money,' delves into the science behind happiness. She exposes the replication crisis in happiness studies, challenging the effectiveness of popular strategies like meditation and exercise. Dunn highlights unique findings, showing that spending money on time-saving services can boost happiness more than material goods. She emphasizes the importance of tailored approaches to well-being, shaped by individual personality traits, and discusses the emotional fulfillment of generosity.
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Happiness Strategies Lack Strong Evidence
- Many popular happiness strategies lack strong evidence of general effectiveness.
- These include spending time in nature, meditation, and exercise for average people.
Small Sample Sizes in Past Research
- Behavioral science now requires larger sample sizes for reliable results, unlike the past.
- Small samples make studies hard to replicate, leading to a 'replication crisis'.
Study on Seeing the Future
- A study claiming people could see the future highlighted flaws in research practices.
- This triggered a 'replication crisis' and push for better scientific standards.
