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Psychologist reveals three 'boring' habits for lasting happiness

A psychologist highlights three seemingly mundane habits that contribute to sustained happiness, countering the common belief that joy stems from grand moments. These habits include maintaining a consistent sleep schedule throughout the week to regulate internal body clocks, fostering regular, low-stakes social interactions with acquaintances to build a sense of belonging, and intentionally engaging in activities without the pressure of achieving mastery, which satisfies the need for autonomy and intrinsic motivation. AI

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Psychologist reveals three 'boring' habits for lasting happiness

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Mark Travers, Contributor ·

    3 ‘Boring’ Habits Only The Happiest People Have, By A Psychologist

    Steady sleep, small talk and one deliberately imperfect hobby: a psychologist explains why these unglamorous habits do more for happiness than big life wins.