Living Life Well

Using Social Science to Inform the Pursuit of Happiness and a Life Well-Lived

Katherine Nelson-Coffey, Ph.D.

A Happiness Gap Between Fathers and Mothers

Are fathers happier than mothers? New research suggests that fathers experience more happiness and positive emotions, and less stress, than mothers.

Resolutions for Happiness

What were your 2019 resolutions? A few suggestions for setting resolutions to improve your happiness.

Treat Yourself: Does It Really Make You Happy?

Does treating yourself make you happy? The answer might surprise you.

A Picture Is Worth 1,000 Words, but Does It Make You Happy?

Do you take pictures of your experiences? New research explores whether photographing experiences increases enjoyment.

Happiness Is Not Set in Stone

Your happiness might be more controllable than you think.