Life Kit Scientifically Proven Ways To Be Happier
Nov 24, 2020
In this enlightening discussion, Laurie Santos, a Yale University psychology professor and host of The Happiness Lab, shares her expertise on happiness. She delves into the power of gratitude, revealing how keeping a journal can boost mental health. Laurie also discusses the significance of genuine social connections, even through digital means. She introduces the WHOOP method for realistic goal-setting, emphasizing self-awareness and the practical steps to overcoming emotional barriers to reach personal goals.
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Gratitude vs. Griping Study
- Participants listed things they were grateful for or burdens for weeks.
- Listing grateful things improved well-being, while griping did not.
Gratitude's Impact
- Gratitude journaling, though seemingly simple, has scientific backing.
- It aids in recovery from trauma and stress, acting like a psychological immune system.
Gratitude Letter Experiment
- Expressing gratitude through a letter significantly boosts relationships.
- Letter writers underestimate the positive impact and overestimate awkwardness.