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What is Happiness Worth?

What if we ranked nations by their “gross national happiness” instead of their gross national product? That’s how the country of Bhutan has measured itself since the early 1970′s. If you live in Michigan, as I do, where we still … Continue reading

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Gratitude good for health

“A growing body of research suggests that maintaining an attitude of gratitude can improve psychological, emotional and physical well-being” writes Melinda Beck in a November 23, 2010 HealthJournal article in the Wall Street Journal.

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Happiness is healthy

You’ve probably heard the saying, “Don’t worry, be happy”. It’s a catchy tune sung by Bob Marley. Being healthy makes us happy. But did you know that being happy can help keep us healthy? “Happy people live longer, probably because happiness … Continue reading

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Easter’s blessing every day

One of the Easter hymns in my church says, “Let us sing of Easter gladness that rejoices every day…”¹ Jesus’ resurrection has meaning for us every day. It shows us, among other things, that the real essence of our being is spiritual. … Continue reading

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