Happiness

Finland clings to 'world's happiest country' crown as population's gloom deepens

Finland is grappling with economic stagnation, joblessness, and strained public finances, despite holding the title of the world's happiest population.

A Finnish flag flies over the City Hall in Helsinki, Finland, February 10, 2024.
A woman writing at home

A massive study discovered the habit that will make you happier

WE ARE commanded to rejoice.

Finding strength in the sukkah - opinion

VOLUNTEERS PRESENT food packages to elderly people in Tel Aviv last year. The pleasure of giving often feels different from the fleeting rush of acquiring something for ourselves, the writer notes.

Tzedakah: The happiness of giving instead of spending on ourselves - opinion


Happiness is not a bonus: This is how I taught myself to be happy, and you can too

Eymi Bechor-Bouni has been a family law attorney for 25 years. Two years ago, she began a personal experiment that initially involved only a small change – and today everything looks different.

Happiness is not a bonus

Breakthrough in relationship research: This is the secret that guarantees a happy marriage

A new study reveals a surprising factor that strengthens relationships and improves the quality of marriage. Scientists have discovered an unexpected link between a simple daily behavior.

 A loving couple

Psychologist Emorie Beck reveals how you can unlock happiness

Researchers find happiness doesn't work the same way for everyone.

 Psychologist Emorie Beck reveals how you can unlock happiness.Illustration.

British study: Pets add £70,000 worth of joy to your life

Research shows pets increase happiness by up to 3 to 4 points on a 7-point scale, comparable to the benefits of marriage.

 British study: Pets add £70,000 worth of joy to your life. Image: Gladskikh Tatiana.

What makes us happy? New research challenges everything we thought

Love, wealth, mindfulness—or something else entirely? Researcher claims happiness is personal, and so should be the solutions.

 What makes us happy? Illustration.

Israel remains in top 10 of World Happiness Report despite war, ranking 8th

The report also highlights the impact of social behaviors, such as sharing meals and volunteering, on happiness.

 ISRAEL IS RANKED as the fifth happiest country in the world in the UN’s annual World Happiness Report, despite the ongoing war.

Massive happiness study: Tuesdays and mornings are best. People love routine

Researchers suggest adjusting mental health support services to match fluctuating needs throughout the day.

 When are we the happiest? Illustration.

Study shows: With this simple trick you can be more happy, reverse 10 years of cognitive decline

On average, Americans spend almost five hours a day using their smartphones. Half of these users worry that they rely on their devices too much.

 Study shows: With this simple trick you can be more happy, reverse 10 years of cognitive decline.

Why investing in employee well-being is the smartest business decision - opinion

There is a new compact emerging between businesses and their workers, and the most successful companies will be those that embrace it.

 Illustrative image of people in an office.

Which Israeli city has the best quality of life?

Jerusalem struggles, while Herzliya and Kfar Saba excel.

A woman waves a large Israeli flag as people watch the military airshow as part of Israel's 75th Independence Day celebrations, in Jerusalem, April 26, 2023.

What makes us happy? Global happiness megastudy seeks 30,000 volunteers worldwide

The Global Happiness Megastudy aims to recruit at least 30,000 volunteers from around the world to participate in short interventions designed to enhance happiness.

 What makes us happy? Global happiness megastudy seeks 30,000 volunteers worldwide. Illustration.