Science and Happiness. They seem like an odd couple. Opposing thoughts not even in the same time zone. Happiness is the fun-loving, hug-everyone, life-of-the-party, have-a-beer-with kind of word. Science is a get-down-to-business, be-serious-now, let’s face it – buzz kill. But actually, there has been a lot of science around the Pursuit of Happiness. Especially when … Continued

It’s also okay to be happy for more than just an hour. Even if there are no half price jalapeño poppers involved. And while we’re on the subject, you can have a happy middle too. It’s not just for endings. The point is, society conditions us to make happiness a special treat. It’s something to … Continued