Apparently friendships, altruism and religious practices. Time Magazine did a piece on the science of happiness way back in 2005 and what it had to say remains relevant.
Cracked followed suit and had a go at the topic, telling you about the things that you think make you happy but actually don't. And for those of you dreading that porn would be on that list, be rest assured, it's not. Though I wish it would. It's really tough to read a sex crime report and not find out sooner or later that the criminal was addicted to spank. On the list of 5 are Fame, Wealth, Beauty, Genius and Power.
I scoured the internet to find out if this was true and voila: the results.
What makes people universally happy:
Cracked followed suit and had a go at the topic, telling you about the things that you think make you happy but actually don't. And for those of you dreading that porn would be on that list, be rest assured, it's not. Though I wish it would. It's really tough to read a sex crime report and not find out sooner or later that the criminal was addicted to spank. On the list of 5 are Fame, Wealth, Beauty, Genius and Power.
I scoured the internet to find out if this was true and voila: the results.
What makes people universally happy:
- Grandkids
- Cooking for the less fortunate
- Having a significant other cook for you
- Music - a good song
- Your dog
- Making someone else happy
- The company of good friends
- Finishing what you start especially if comes to you effortlessly
- Curling up in bed with good movies books
- Day dreaming
- A good massage
- Smiles
- Watching friends/family kid around
- Giving time, talent, councel
- Unconditional love
- Freshly washed sheets
- Cuddling
- Grooming those you love
- Singing
- Checking off boxes on to-do lists
- Getting your paycheck
- Good exercise
- Dancing
- Cooking healthy meals
- The hope that everything will be alright
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