Happiness Tip
Life is not all about the haves and have-nots. New research reveals a more nuanced approach to life: Individuals who want what they have tend to be happier than others.
The study results, detailed in the April issue of the journal Psychological Science, suggest one key to achieving greater happiness is to continue wanting the things you have. That is, keep those rosy first-time-buyer lenses in place.
The spanking-new iPhone or the latest digital all-in-one gizmo could seem like the best buy upon purchase. But over time, the greatest purchase ever can become so yesterday and, the researchers say, you will derive less happiness from that item.
“Simply having a bunch of things is not the key to happiness,” said Jeff Larsen, a psychologist at Texas Tech University. “Our data show that you also need to appreciate those things you have. It’s also important to keep your desire for things you don’t own
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