happiness
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06/23/2026 Joy can be found in the simplest pleasures, yet we also can create joy for ourselves. Have you given that much thought? Neither had I, and many of us don’t. Think about your daily life. We face and handle numerous family responsibilities, work deadlines, and volunteer commitments, all which are expected of us. … Read more
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5/25/2026 Have you ever felt contentment? What does it feel like for you? As I noted in my two previous blogs, happiness can be elusive; the more we chase it, the more it can slip away. Yet, there is a growing body of research that shows that, though contentment is different from happiness, it is… Read more
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May 18, 2026 Do you remember the song “If You’re Happy and You Know It?” It was sung often when I was a child, and as a parent, I often sung it with my children. The first stanza of lyrics for the song are: If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands,If you’re… Read more
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May 11, 2026 Many experts describe happiness as a complex state that can include contentment, joy, satisfaction, and a sense of purpose. Psychologists often define it as a mix of positive emotions and overall life satisfaction. I have found in my research that there are three main differing views on happiness: Jeremy Sutton, Ph.D. wrote… Read more
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May 4, 2026 Recently my husband dropped off some items to our local trash/recycle center and swap shop. As he drove into our driveway afterwards, he got out of the truck holding up something. From the living room window, I could not tell what it was. He walked into our house. I could see by… Read more
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February 27, 2025 Many people have pondered the meaning of life. You may have yourself. I am not sure if I have asked what the meaning of life is. Rather, I have questioned the meaning of certain things that I have done in my life. If I have been in a negative frame of mind,… Read more
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