Happiness Definition | What Is Happiness - Greater Good
Nov 5, 2025 · Coming up with a formal definition of happiness can be tricky. After all, shouldn’t we just know it when we feel it? In fact, we often use the term to describe a …
Your Happiness Calendar for August 2025 - Greater Good
Aug 1, 2025 · About the Author Kira M. Newman Kira M. Newman is the managing editor of Greater Good. Her work has been published in outlets including the Washington Post, Mindful …
World Happiness Report Highlights the Importance of…
Mar 20, 2025 · The happiest and helpiest countries In addition to the overall rankings, this year’s World Happiness Report also ranked countries in six other categories related to kindness and …
Can Money Buy Happiness? It Depends on Why You’re…
May 8, 2023 · Can Money Buy Happiness? It Depends on Why You’re Spending It According to new research, our purchases may make us happier when they're motivated by goals we care …
Your Happiness & Forgiveness Calendar for July 2025
Jun 30, 2025 · Our monthly Happiness Calendar is a day-by-day guide to well-being. This month, we’re offering a special Happiness & Forgiveness Calendar —and we hope it helps you …
Your Happiness Calendar for April 2025 - Greater Good
Apr 1, 2025 · About the Author Kira M. Newman Kira M. Newman is the managing editor of Greater Good. Her work has been published in outlets including the Washington Post, Mindful …
How Does Retirement Affect Our Health and Happiness?
Jul 30, 2025 · A review of research investigated how mental health and physical activity change in retirees around the world.
How Much of Your Happiness Is Under Your Control? - Greater Good
Feb 18, 2020 · The researchers behind the original "happiness pie chart" share what they've learned in the past 15 years.
Happiness, the Hard Way - Greater Good
May 1, 2009 · Language reveals ancient definitions of happiness. It is a striking fact that in every Indo-European language, without exception, going all the way back to ancient Greek, the word …
What Role Does Pleasure Play in Happiness? - Greater Good
Jan 27, 2025 · Happiness is multifaceted, and we should be wary of discounting pleasure and enjoyment as shallow or self-indulgent.