Why Chasing Happiness Can Make You Unhappy
We are constantly reminded of the benefits of being happy: Happy people are more successful, have better sex, have more friends, have better bodies—the...
The Hidden Force of Fragrance
Thanks to a growing body of research, scientists are gaining a better understanding of the link between smell, emotion and wellbeing. Faces appear more...
Do You Have a Ghost Life?
Do you ever wonder about your unlived life? Do you ever wonder about the life you might have had? I have a patient, S,...
The Bright Side of Your Bad Mood
In addition to being annoying, being told to be happy all the time actually backfires. As a society, we have become increasingly intolerant of...
(Don’t) Always Live in the Moment
Whether you are on a hot date or in the middle of a yoga session, by all means, do your best to stay in...
Backfire: Is the Pursuit of Happiness Making You Unhappy?
Are you happy?
The moment someone asks you this question, you start analyzing how happy you are. “Am I happy? Am I really happy?” you...