If You Can't Muster a Real Smile, Researchers Suggest You 'Fake it till you make it'
A University of South Australia study, published in Experimental Psychology, says even a fake smile can make you feel more positive, happy.
Happy
Showing 81 - 100 of 575 Posts
Radio Show Sparks Good Deed Movement
The Bobby Bones Show, a nationally-syndicated radio morning show, has sparked a movement that reminds people to be joyful in honor of a co-host's mother, who recently died of cancer.
Bus Stop Heater Comes On Only If You Hold Hands (Video)
At an outdoor bus shelter in Montreal strangers have been holding hands this winter so they can keep warm. Duracell installed battery operated heaters that rely on the human body's ability to transmit an electrical current. They shot a video capturing the reactions of cold pedestrians when the heat comes on after completing the battery connection through their hands.
Song of the Year: I'm Happy! Irish Today
This video is an homage to the stellar song by Pharrell Williams, called I'm HAPPY. Shot on the streets of Belfast, in Northern Ireland, happy people dance to the catchy tune
Toronto Cop Reunites Little Boy With Teddy Bear Using Twitter
A Toronto police officer must remember what it's like being five-years-old because he took the time to tweet a photo of a stuffed toy animal lost at the airport hoping to find the owner. Known for his social media presence, Staff Sgt. Chris Boddy's photo of the stuffed dog was re-tweeted hundreds of times using the hashtag #FindMyOwner until it resulted in a happy reunion for the boy.
Philadelphia Philharmonic Plays Music to Tame 3-Hour Flight Delay
Eight members of the Philadelphia Orchestra who were stuck on a tarmac in Beijing for three hours gave fellow passengers an experience of a lifetime when they took out their violins and cello and played an impromptu concert.
Woman Celebrates 34th Birthday with 34 Random Acts of Kindness
Katie Jones set up a big white board in her kitchen, numbering 1 to 34, she listed ways to make people happy in celebration of her 34th birthday. She placed a bag of quarters in a Laundromat. She left five dollars on the floor in the dollar store. She gave a Subway sandwich gift card to a homeless man.
Happiness Clubs Spread Positive Vibes on Campus
From passing out lollipops to distributing free iced tea and hugs outside the library at finals, Happiness clubs on college campuses around the country are aiming to uplift their peers throughout the academic year.
People Today Are Happier Than Ever, Study Says
From a cursory glance, with the recession sending thousands of unemployed millennials back to mom and dad's house, it would seem that anyone born within the last 20-odd years is in bad shape. But according to the results of a new study (and contrary to the opinion of anyone claiming that "the good old days" have come and gone), each new generation is happier than ones that came before it. What the heck do they have to be so smiley about?
Spider-Man Window Washers Surprise Kids at Children's Hospital
Dozens of children got a big surprise when window washers dressed as Spider-Man descended on the outside of All Children's Hospital in Florida on Thursday.
Six Photos That Will Restore Your Faith in Humanity - and Cops
This photo taken by a tourist in Times Square, shows a 25 year-old police officer stooping on his knee against the cold sidewalk to talk to a homeless man with bare feet. He asked his shoe size, went into the Skechers store and bought all-weather boots. Here are 6 photos posted in November on social media that serve to inspire and will restore your faith in humanity.
Man Shaves Head to Support Wife, Luckily Finds His Own Cancer
When Dolly Stringer was diagnosed with breast cancer in April, she decided to shave her head before beginning her chemotherapy. Now, the woman, who lives in Georgia, believes she got cancer for a reason: to save her husband's life.
Share News of Your Positive Experiences and Your Joy Will be Multiplied
They say a problem shared is a problem halved. Now a team of psychologists in the USA has performed a series of studies that suggest sharing your good news multiplies its benefits for your happiness and longer-term life satisfaction.
DC Commuters Have Happy Mondays Thanks to Man Waving Uplifting Signs
Bleary-eyed drivers entering Washington, DC on Monday mornings, are jolted into happiness by people waving with signs with optimistic slogans from the side of the road. Held by 29-year-old Massoud Adibpour and 4 other volunteers, the signs were scrawled with uplifting messages: "Honk if you love someone!"; "Be happy"; "Don't be so hard on yourself"; and, "Smile!"
Triple-amputee Marine Gets Keys to 'Smart Home' — and New Life
Afghanistan war veteran Cpl. Juan Dominguez has a new smart home adapted to his combat injuries, thanks to money raised by actor Gary Sinise and the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation. The home, which contains an elevator, self-flushing toilets, lighting controlled with an iPad, and easy-open cabinets and doors, will give him and his wife a second chance at life.
81-year-old Model Shines on Catwalk at NY Fashion Week
Carmen Dell'Orefice has spent her life in front of the lens since gracing the cover of Vogue magazine in 1947, and as the world's first octogenarian model, she is still turning heads, most recently on the catwalk for Norisol Ferrari during New York Fashion Week on Monday.
Woman Buys Renoir Masterpiece for $7 In West Virginia Flea Market
A Maryland woman didn't recognize the priceless painting when she bought it in a box of knick knacks for seven dollars in a West Virginia flea market. It turned out to be a 1879 Renoir, the impressionist masterpiece that's been missing since the 1920s, entitled Paysage Bords de Seine.
Cop Logs Zero Complaints in 20 Years
By the very nature of their business, every Los Angeles traffic cop can expect to get at least a few complaints every year -- especially from people who are just angry about getting caught speeding. Which is why the police chief was stunned when he discovered that during the last 20 years -- through the last 25,000 traffic stops -- Sheriff's Deputy Elton Simmons has not had one complaint filed against him. Not one. CBS tagged along on his rounds to figure out how he does it.
Kid Rock Helps Present Wounded Veteran With New Home in Michigan
Sgt. Davin Dumar gave a lot to his country when he lost a leg last year in combat in Afghanistan, and people like Kid Rock wanted to thank him. On Saturday in Michigan, Kid Rock joined Operation Finally Home in presenting Dumar and his new wife with a free new home. The rocker along with members of the Dumar family hid inside a model home to surprise the young couple. (Video)
23-Year-old 'Hears Music' for the First Time: Mozart Blew Me Away
Austin Chapman was born profoundly deaf and says he has never understood why people were so moved by music. But that changed two weeks ago, when he tried a new modern hearing device for the first time.
Recent Stories
A Heartfelt Reminder to Appreciate the Ones We Love
Cherish the Woman Who Stands by You
Breaking Generational Cycles of Pain
Living by Your Own Values, Not Others' Approval
When Life Brings Rain, It’s Okay to Rest
Before You Judge Someone's Life, Take a Moment to Walk in Their Shoes.
A Friend Who Spreads Gossip is Not a True Friend at All
The Value of Human Connection Over Digital Convenience
The Quiet Kind of Love
One Day, Your Mom Won’t Call You Anymore
I’ve reached a point in my life...
Happiness is a mindset, a conscious choice we make every day