The Secrets to Happiness

True happiness is not momentary and should not be dependent on external forces.

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Are you happy?

79% of people believe that happiness comes from things like money and fame, but long-lasting happiness is developed from maintaining a higher sense of well-being.

Happiness can be challenging to locate and hold onto if it’s easily unhinged, so the key is understanding what those fragile hinges are to our happiness and replacing them.

The secrets to happiness break down into five parts:

Let’s dive in!

1.) Real Happiness is a long-term mental state

Most of us perceive happiness as momentary, subject to external circumstances beyond our control.

Let’s break down this concept and explore a path to enduring happiness.

The Rollercoaster of Momentary Joy

• External Triggers: Bursts of Happiness, like a raise or a compliment, are often triggered by external forces.
• These joyous bumps take us on a rollercoaster ride, fluctuating from highs to lows, sometimes leaving us feeling nauseous.