Speaking of Psychology The secret to living a happy life, with Marc Schulz, PhD
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Mar 1, 2023 
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John and Leo
- John Marsden had career success but unhappy relationships, leading to low happiness.
- Leo DiMarco had a modest career but strong relationships, resulting in high happiness.
Money and Happiness
- Money provides control and basic needs but doesn't significantly increase happiness past a certain point.
- The Harvard Study found wealthy, unhappy people and poorer, happy people.
Happiness Set Points
- Happiness has a genetic component, influenced by momentary feelings and overall life satisfaction.
- Life events and individual trajectories can shift happiness levels, despite set points.