We all have to make decisions about how to spend our time, energy, and money. Because of my happiness project, I now explicitly ask myself, “Will this decision make me happier?”
I’m determined to get the most happiness bang for the buck.
Here are some questions I consider:
1. Is this decision likely to strengthen my relationships with other people?
Strong relationships with other people are a key — the key — to happiness, so decisions that help me build or strengthen ties are likely to boost my happiness. Yes, it’s a hassle and an expense to go to my college reunion, but it’s likely to have a big happiness pay-off.
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Great article! Best advice I’ve read in a while. Concise and powerful. Have you heard about Sustainable Seattle’s Happiness Initiative? You might be interested in their project.
Share worthy. Thank you Gretchen.
- Glenn Davis Doctor G