What is Essentialism? Essentialism is a concept popularized by Greg McKeown’s book Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less. To put it short, being an Essentialist is like being a minimalist on a mental level. This hyper-focused state of being produces more freedom in… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘happiness’
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Savor Happiness
Savor! According to Webster, Savor is defined as to delight in, enjoy. When was the last time we really enjoyed a moment? Reacted with a belly laugh? Experienced a genuine gratefulness for a loved one’s embrace or delighted in the scent of… Read More
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Meaningful or Meaningless?
How we choose to spend time is often influenced by others’ priorities. Ever regret an activity because the pressure to say, yes, seems greater in the moment? To achieve a meaningful life, it is important to establish one’s own personal values or… Read More
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Happiness Supreme
Dr. Martin Seligman, the pioneer of positive psychology, coined that theme in 1998 when he was president of the American Psychological Association. Positive psychology is the branch of psychology that uses scientific understanding and effective intervention to aid in the achievement of a… Read More
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Joy to Your World
The Webster’s definitions of joy: An emotion evoked by well-being, success, or good fortune; A source or cause of delight; Great pleasure or happiness; Elation. Provoke curiosity? Another definition that beckons investigation: the prospect of possessing what one desires. How often do we define what we… Read More
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Price of Happiness
We live in a high-tech, high-touch, instant-gratification society and have conditioned ourselves to believe we need the next best thing…now, no matter the cost. An increasing trend over the past decade is spending money on experiences over… Read More
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A Thankful Path to Happy
Expressing gratitude for things we are thankful for is typically the theme of the holiday season. What becomes a bit more challenging is being grateful for things we take for granted. Something as simple as counting your blessings can make… Read More