为你开启幸福之门.doc

为你开启幸福之门 No, happiness isn't a lottery ticket away. I am fascinated by academic studies of human happiness, because they bring scientific rigor to issues we all grapple with. We think more money will make us happier and yet studies suggest Americans are no more satisfied than they were three decades ago, when the standard of living was much lower. So if winning the lottery won't do the trick, what will? Here are seven key lessons from happiness research. It is indeed possible to boost our happiness --but it'll take more than a fat wallet. 1 What matters is what we focus on. 1. 关注那些真正重要的事。 Those with higher es aren't necessarily happier. But when asked how satisfied they are with their lives, high earners are more likely to say they're happy. Why? The question makes them ponder their position in society -- and they realize they're pretty lucky. The implication: If you have a hefty portfolio or hefty paycheck, you can probably bolster your happiness by regularly contemplating your good fortune. Meanwhile, if you are less well off, avoid situations where you feel deprived -- and seek out those parisons are in your favor. Rather than buying the cheapest house ina wealthy neighborhood, settle for a town where people have similar salaries. When you think about worth, forget your well-heeled sister and focus on your cash-strapped brother. 2 Don't go it alone. Studies have found that