happiness Archives - Page 5 of 18 - David R Hamilton PHD

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The Gratitude Trick that Boosts Mood and Sleep

By Dr David R Hamilton | August 6, 2025

The Gratitude Trick that Boosts Mood and Sleep This week’s Better You, Backed by Science email is…

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18 Reasons Why Kindness Is Pure Magic (and Backed by Science)

By Dr David R Hamilton | July 24, 2025

1. Kindness counteracts stress
Physiologically, kindness is the opposite of stress. It soothes stress-related regions of the brain and brings calming effects throughout the body.

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Want to Feel Happier? Be Happy for Other people

By Dr David R Hamilton | July 7, 2025

When you be happy for other people, you’re literally ‘being’ happy. It’s called ‘confelicity’.

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25 Things I’ve Learned in Life

By Dr David R Hamilton | June 26, 2025

25 Things I’ve Learned in Life Dr David R Hamilton 1. Every step counts. Even…