Livin' the Good Life

We’ve all heard countless studies, articles and TV interviews on happiness. But the other day I stumbled upon something that is just now being revealed to the media for the first time.* It's a 72 year old study that began all the way back in 1937 when 268 Harvard University sophomores were asked to participate in a study measuring “a formula-some mix of love, work, and adaptation-for a good life.” And while many of those who were college sophomores in 1937 are now dying or in their fading twilight, this study continues to be diligently maintained to this very day. (David Romanelli; yeahdave.com)

And never before has science been able to report such fascinating and thoroughly time-tested results on happiness. Following are 3 powerful lessons from this study as reported first in Atlantic magazine in June 2009.

1. Have a healthy outlet.
2. Don't take yourself too seriously.
3. Happiness must be shared.

I think this is powerful information and the study is 72 years old. That in itself is amazing. Speaking of happiness being shared. I did this layout of my son and grandsons from a photo taken this Father's Day.