We stopped working at 35 and 40. To maintain our happiness, we needed to figure out how to discuss our spending.
The essays are derived from discussions between Katie and Alan Donegan, a couple who retired at ages 35 and 40, respectively. Originally from the UK, they have embraced a nomadic lifestyle since 2020. The essays have been organized for clarity and conciseness. Alan: Growing up in the 90s, my father experienced bankruptcy to the tune […]
NJ university introduces the first-ever Ph.D. in ‘happiness’ globally.
New Jersey University Introduces First Doctorate in Happiness Studies A small university in New Jersey has rolled out the world’s inaugural doctoral program focused on happiness research. This innovative four-year online program is crafted to equip professionals with insights into the science of happiness. “It’s more relevant than ever,” remarked Tal Ben Shahar, who leads […]
Taylor Swift beams with happiness while cheering on Travis Kelce at training camp in Nashville
Taylor Swift Surprises at Travis Kelce’s Training Camp Taylor Swift made an unexpected appearance at the start of Travis Kelce’s tight end university training camp in Nashville, Tennessee, on Monday. The “Cruel Summer” singer was radiant while chatting at the bar that evening. She appeared to be enjoying herself as she mingled with other guests, […]
Medication that boosts happiness in our brains may also combat tumors: study
This could really lift your spirits. A fascinating new study suggests that widely used medications, typically prescribed for improving mood, might also have a role in combating cancer. “These drugs have been safely utilized for treating depression for many years, so repurposing them for cancer is more straightforward than developing a completely new treatment,” I […]
Woman’s remorse over refusing her father’s gift years ago eventually turns into happiness.
Memorable Moments in London and the Legacy of Love Lisa Brown Langley, a photographer from Martha’s Vineyard known as La Brown, reminisces about a special day in London with her father, Phil Brown, back in 1992. It was shortly before her 30th birthday, a time filled with both excitement and reflection. Her father surprised her […]
Kathie Lee Gifford discusses the departure from Hollywood after discovering happiness in Tennessee.
Kathy Lee Gifford Reflects on Celebrity Exodus from Hollywood Kathy Lee Gifford has recently addressed the trend of celebrities leaving Hollywood for quieter, rural lifestyles. In an interview, she shared her perspective on why more stars are making this choice. Gifford, 71, experienced a significant life change when she moved from Greenwich, Connecticut, to Franklin, […]
The LEGO F1 drivers’ parade at the Miami Grand Prix brought 15 minutes of sheer happiness.
The 2025 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix captured the attention of both fans and drivers, focusing on what they didn’t need. Drivers paraded around the circuit in full-size LEGO F1 cars representing all ten teams. F1 is set to release a 15-minute video showcasing onboard camera footage from each car, demonstrating how much enjoyment 20 […]
Darwell’s Happiness Café under fire for straight couple special
Mississippi restaurant that appeared in Guy Fieri “Dinner, drive-in, dive” It's facing backlash after the owner posted a video offering “free” videos only to straight couples who stopped by to eat at Cajun Joint on Tuesday. Darwell Yeager and his wife Nettie Mechelle quickly got involved in Darwell's Happiness Café in Long Beach when they […]
2025’s World Happiness Report drops: See where the U.S. ranks
The 2025 World Happiness Report was recently released this month. The US has revealed that it is not only behind other countries in North America, but also European countries and several countries. The study is published annually by the Welfare Research Center at Oxford University, but usually ranks Scandinavian countries very well. The theme of […]
The secret to happiness? It’s not what you’ve been sold
One summer I went to an orphanage in Honduras wearing only a few sets of clothes. At the end of my time there, I realised that I had little to really need to work. I left most of my clothes in an orphanage with a girl in Honduras, and by the time I returned home […]