"There is no shortage of programs or practices that promise to increase happiness. People may meditate for 30 minutes every morning, block off full evenings to deeply connect with close friends or commit to a 12-week daily gratitude journaling exercise. Some of these activities, which emerged from the field of positive psychology, can reliably and sustainably boost psychological well-being, a technical term for happiness in life."
"Most people feel too busy, tired or overwhelmed to add onand then keep up withnew and demanding routines in day-to-day life. What if, instead, it could come from simple, brief actions such as texting a genuine thank you to a colleague, asking a friend to share something that made them feel proud, looking at the sky's vastness with wonder, or marveling at the intricate details of a wildflower?"
Brief, simple daily activities—micro acts—can boost psychological well-being without large time commitments or lifestyle overhauls. Examples include texting a genuine thank-you, asking a friend to share a proud moment, gazing at the sky, or marveling at a wildflower's details. Micro acts were investigated for effects on overall happiness and for potential to foster mutual care, compassion, and generosity among people. The research grew from efforts to translate interpersonal lessons about cultivating joy into practical actions. Psychologists collaborated with project designers to develop meaningful, low-burden practices that people can easily adopt in day-to-day life.
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