HAPPINESS EDITION

Being happy is more than just a mood, it’s an art. Based on the burgeoning field of happiness studies, each card in this cube features a factual tidbit, tip, or quotation, along with a corresponding question to prompt thoughtful discussion. We should tell you there may be side effects: Research* shows that people who engage in deep conversations are happier than those who stick to small talk. And, frankly, we couldn’t be happier about it.

* Clark, C.S., Holleran, S. E., Mehl, M., and Vazire, S. Eavesdropping on Happiness: Well-Being Is Related to Having Less Small Talk and More Substantive Conversations. Psychological Science, April 2010; vol. 21,
4: pp. 539-541.

Get happy with tips and questions like…

TIP: Listen to music you love when you're feeling down
QUESTION: What’s the happiest song ever written?

TIP: “If you want to be happy, be.” – Leo Tolstoy
QUESTION: Who do you know that can be happy in any situation?

TIP: Find friends who make you laugh
QUESTION: : When you want to laugh, what or who do you turn to?