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The science of happiness with Laurie Santos | How to Be a Better Human

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Practices that Increase Happiness

Small and consistent increases in self-reported happiness suggest that certain practices can work. Evidence shows that losing weight or changing body shape does not necessarily lead to increased happiness. Instead, increasing social connections and engaging in activities that benefit others can significantly boost happiness. Happy people are found to be more social, donate more money to charity, and spend more time volunteering, indicating that being other-oriented contributes to their happiness.

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