Or can be. So do individual ways of thinking and expressing feelings. Research shows that much of happiness is under personal control. Regularly indulging in small pleasures, getting absorbed in ...

“Who has happiness should hide it.” Shying away from overt expressions of happiness comes from the Finns’ “modest national temperament,” according to Martela. The phrase was coined by ...

Preregistered studies break down evidence-backed happiness boosters into things to add to or subtract from our lives.

Facial expressions are a universal language of emotion, instantly conveying happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and much more. Reading these expressions is essential to compassion and empathy. Take this ...