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Shawn Achor on Optimizing Happiness

Everyday Better with Leah Smart

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The Power of Super Soul Conversations and the Simplicity of Happiness

The power of simple moments of connection can greatly impact our well-being and feelings of loneliness./nHappiness is not the end goal, but rather the means to realizing our potential and making a positive impact on the world./nCreating a meaningful story about the world requires the involvement of other people./nHappiness is not solely determined by our genes or environment; changing our behavioral patterns and mindset can lead to greater happiness./nNegativity and threat detection are instinctual, while finding solutions, meaning, and happiness require intentionality, complexity, intelligence, and creativity./nCreating joy and fueling our potential often requires changing behavior and mindset in collaboration with others.

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