Happiness is created by doing some simple, easy things, and doing them every day. Success does not lead to happiness, it’s the other way around: more happiness creates more success. Elevated levels of happiness create elevated levels of health, performance, social involvement, marital fulfillment, financial and career success, and longevity. Greater happiness is key to making the slight edge work in your life. Shawn Achor’s five happy habits: Every morning write down three new things you’re grateful for. Journal for two minutes a day about a positive experience from the past 24 hours.
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