Happiness Archives

A woman wearing sunglasses smiles into the sun with a blue sky behind her

March 14, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

It’s easy to mistake excitement or achievement for happiness, but those adrenaline bursts fade quickly. Here’s how to spot and cultivate lasting happiness.

Topics:

Emotions Happiness Positive Psychology Positive Thinking Positivity Self-Awareness Self-Development Self-Improvement

Young woman volunteer reads to senior woman

How community engagement benefits your mental health

February 24, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Charissa Pizarro, PsyD

Giving back to your community through volunteering and activism has a positive impact on everyone—including you, says psychologist Charissa Pizarro.

Topics:

Community Compassion Fatigue Culture Happiness Self-Esteem Self-Improvement Society

A woman with her eyes closed practicing mindfulness.

Understanding the five core skills of mindfulness

November 10, 2022 | Published by PESI Inc.

Terry Fralich, LCPC, shares five core skills of mindfulness and how to best practice them.

Topics:

Happiness Mindfulness Self-Development

Happiness: Definition, benefits, types

September 30, 2022 | Written by therapist.com team

Happiness has many benefits. It improves our health and relationships, and gives us meaning. Learn more about how to cultivate your happiness.

Topics:

Emotions Gratitude Happiness Positive Thinking Positivity