Yes. But not in the way you are thinking about it.
In the WebMD article Unselfish Spending Boosts Happiness, Miranda Hitti reports on a study that examined the connection between money and happiness.
What was the bottom line? Money increased happiness when it was given to others. It didn’t matter how much the person earned or how much was given.
Do you want to be happier? Give to help others!
Note: Thanks to my friend Martin for bringing the article to my attention.
Thanks for sharing the link. I think I’ve come across a similar article before. Quite some interesting findings, I particularly find this interesting:
“A significant majority thought personal spending would make them happier and that $20 would make them happier than $5.”
So, to increase giving, you have to change people’s perception about what makes them happier. So, how can you do this?
ha! no wonder i’m so happy (and so broke!!) very encouraging article.
Dan G,
What will change people’s minds about what makes him or her happier? I hope people reading about it on this blog will start that trend…
Hi Jen,
Thanks for your comment. It is wonderful having a talented artist here at Everyday Giving! I love the poster you created and I ourchased a few weeks ago.
Yes! I also want to be happy, whenever I saw my family happy I also feel happy. That’s why I always give them my best. I send money to supply their needs. Thanks for this post. I can relate.
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