Many philosophers maintain that happiness is not a state that can be constantly maintained over time. They believe that ...

Many people assume happiness means feeling joyful all the time – but that idea couldn't be further from the truth. At first glance, happiness can seem like a simple emotion. In reality, it's far more ...

You’ve probably heard of “hygge,” the Danish concept of coziness that became all the rage a few years ago. But you may not have heard of the man who made it internet-famous. But even happiness experts ...

To the Founders, Rosen argues, the pursuit of happiness “was a quest for self-improvement and moral perfection,” a quest not ...

Trying to be happy often makes people less happy. This conundrum is called the happiness paradox, and it has been studied for more than a decade. Unlike many goals, which produce better results the ...

It's easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant pursuit of happiness. We’ve all heard the claims that happiness is the ultimate goal in life, but what if it isn't as attainable as we're led to believe?

Researchers found autonomy boosts wellbeing globally, but wealthier societies see dramatically stronger effects on life ...

Instead of chasing constant positivity, people with soul-deep happiness build a soft, reliable kind of happiness that endures ...

Shocking truths about achieving bliss. Sept. 9, 2013— -- intro: A few things—like chocolate, chick flicks, and clean sheets—are almost guaranteed to boost your mood. But when it comes to ...

You are standing at the edge of the Grand Canyon, its vast expanse stretching before you. The sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink. Beside you, your daughter gazes ...

A new study shows that the causes of personal happiness vary considerably from person to person and that one size will not fit all when considering policies to improve happiness and wellbeing across ...