the science of happiness

via soulpancake:

An Experiment in Gratitude

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4 rituals based on neuroscience

http://theweek.com/articles/601157/neuroscience-reveals-4-rituals-that-make-happy

1\ ask.. what am i grateful for (just the asking/seeking helps)

2\ label negative feelings

3\ make a decision (voluntary ness matters.. not 100% right ness)

4\ touch (touching someone you love actually reduces pain – handholding.. exp: 5 long hugs a day for 4 wks)