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Learn to Anticipate Joy

Aug 29, 2023
06:01
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Sam, a mindfulness and social emotional learning teacher, discusses finding joy in anticipation. She shares tips on developing habits, savoring experiences, expressing joy, and reflecting on events to optimize happiness.
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  • Anticipation of future events can bring happiness and joy up to three months before the event.
  • Sharing what you're looking forward to with others can double the joy of the experience.

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The Joy of Anticipation

Anticipating future events can bring happiness and joy. Research shows that having something to look forward to can increase happiness up to three months before the event. This can include big things like trips abroad or smaller things like daily habits or rituals. Anticipation can be enhanced by letting go of expectations and being flexible and adaptable when the day comes. Additionally, sharing what you're looking forward to with others can double the joy.

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