Living Life Well

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

Katherine Nelson-Coffey, Ph.D.

Does Having Children Really Make Parents Miserable?

Does having children make people miserable? A close look some research on this topic.

Staying Happy While Social Distancing

Social relationships are an important source of happiness in daily life. Here are a few strategies for maintaining happiness while also maintaining physical distance from others.

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.