Happiness (#ignitemumbai)
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An introduction to the science of happiness and 5 unlikely ways to improve your happiness. The video is here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_bEC58yNxY
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Happiness
@amitklein, amitklein.com
Who is happier after one year?
Million Dollar Lotto WinnerQuadriplegic
Same Level of Happiness
* http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/eng/dan_gilbert_asks_why_are_we_happy.html
What does this tell us?
So who is happy?
Who is happy?
But it’s not that easy… Causation
Who is not happy?
What is happiness?
Surveys:
I have very warm feelings towards almost everyone.
I laugh a lot.
I think I look attractive.
I feel healthy.
I have happy memories of the past.
Neurobiology
Where are people happy?
When are people happy?
Moral of the story… Don’t Worry
Why is it important to be happy?
Smarter
Why is it important to be happy?
Healthy
How you can improve your happiness: 5 unlikely ways
1. Talk to strangers
2. Fake it
3. Buy me presents
4. Research Happiness
5. Participate in Ignite
