Practitioners of mind-body medicine (MBM) have long suggested that we can limit the negative effects of chronic stress and promote overall well-being by taking steps to ensure we live a happier, ...

Most people want to be happy — or at least happier — but it often remains an elusive quest. “For the majority of people, there’s no reason they can’t be happy,” said Bill Pavot, a psychology professor ...

When Thomas Jefferson wrote in the Declaration of Independence that our unalienable rights include life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, he had a very specific definition of happiness in mind.

The pursuit of happiness at work is no longer a fluffy concept relegated to company outings or office perks. Instead, it’s become a critical component of organizational success. Happy employees tend ...