Money? Nope. Fame? Nah. Good looks? Nuh-uh. None of these things pave the road to happiness. What does? Science says you will have to look inside.
Turns out personal growth is one of the keys to glad feelings, researchers have determined. So focus on self-improvement daily, whether it's taking care of your health, doing things that give you confidence, or journaling to understand yourself better.
Joyful Goal Setting
Yep, we all have a fundamental need to make our own choices, feel a sense of accomplishment, and connect deeply with others. Which is why personal development is ground zero for good vibrations. A recent study of newly graduated college students helped prove it. Those who spent their first 2 years out of schooling pursing materialistic goals (think wealth, looks, and fame) were far less happy than students who achieved more intrinsic personal goals, like getting involved in their communities, nuturing close friendships, and working on inner growth.
Inner happiness Reigns
In fact, the materialistic student's goals actually contributed slighty to their unhappiness. So don't go there! Instead, formulate your own personal development goals, and use these tips to help you achieve them.
Believe.
Yes, you can do it! In fact, the college study confirmed that more the more committed someone is to attaining a goal, the more likely he or she will succeed.
Love.
Your life, that is. It's a gift!
Laugh.
With others.
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