Happiness

What Is Happiness?

Happiness is one of the elusive state that philosophers, theologians, psychologists, and even economists have long sought to define and since the 1990s, a whole branch of psychology—positive psychology—has been dedicated to pinning it down and propagating it.Its just not a simply positive mood, happiness is a state of well-being that encompasses living a good life—that is, with a sense of meaning and deep satisfaction.

A growing body of research also suggests that happiness can improve your physical health.

Feelings of positivity and contentment seem to benefit cardiovascular health, the immune system, inflammation levels, and blood pressure, among other things.

Happiness has even been linked to a longer lifespan—providing more years to continue striving for fulfillment.

Attaining happiness is a global pursuit. Researchers find that people from every corner of the world rate happiness more important than other desirable personal outcomes, such as having a meaningful life,becoming rich, and getting into heaven.