The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky (Heroic Wisdom Daily)
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Feb 2, 2025
Explore how cultivating intentional happiness can transform your life! Learn three powerful strategies: practicing gratitude to shift your mindset, strengthening relationships for deeper connections, and savoring the present moment to enhance well-being. Each insight is designed to unlock greater joy and fulfillment. Dive into these actionable tips and start your journey towards a happier you!
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Intentional Activity & Happiness
40% of your happiness is determined by intentional activities.
Small, intentional actions can significantly improve well-being.
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Practice Gratitude
Practice gratitude to boost happiness.
Write down three things you are grateful for.
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Strengthen Relationships
Strengthen relationships, a key predictor of happiness.
Reach out to a loved one today.
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In *The How of Happiness*, Sonja Lyubomirsky offers a detailed yet easy-to-follow plan to increase happiness. Drawing on her extensive research, Lyubomirsky explains that while 50% of happiness is determined by genetics and 10% by life circumstances, 40% can be controlled through intentional thoughts and behaviors. The book provides over a dozen uniquely formulated happiness-increasing strategies, including practicing optimism, savoring life's pleasures, and staying active. It also includes diagnostic quizzes to help readers understand their 'happiness set point' and select activities that best fit their personality, resources, and goals. Lyubomirsky emphasizes the importance of personalizing these strategies to achieve long-term happiness[1][4][5].
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