A self-imposed quest for a perfect time to enjoy an indulgence often means missing out on actually having a good experience
When might most other people choose to visit the bank?
Researchers told subjects to treat their weekend like a vacation, then gauged happiness on Monday
Even abundant free time, used in meaningful pursuits, brings happiness
A compilation of research offers a compelling cheat sheet for how to get more out of time
Pushing aside GDP for a measure of human well-being turns out to be very, very difficult. Ask Dan Benjamin
Happy memories of life-stage transitions can be bittersweet
Forced to nod in agreement, workers may embrace conspiracy theories, be less trusting
People will endure inconvenience to synchronize events, regardless of proximity
The happiest people are moderately patient, not into extreme delayed gratification
New approaches to spending and time-management examine how our actions do or don't influence our level of satisfaction
Test's originator was a central co-author but died before its completion
Zara’s excess inventory, why California housing seems more reasonably priced and the right amount of free time
And thinking less about one’s adult life can reduce the pursuit of higher education
Fatigue during a morning class dissuades some from rewarding majors