[00:00:00] Can money buy happiness? The US National Longitudinal Survey, 1979 to 1992, with over 12,000 teens, finds when they were teenagers, young adults, and mature adults, income was a significant predictor, but not the only predictor, of happiness as measured by self satisfaction. More years of schooling were relevant for teenagers and young adults, while fewer health problems and home ownership predicted happiness for mature adults. Marriage and fewer children were only relevant for young adults. Income rising was important for young adults but had decreasing influence on mature adults. What was the major influence with a much larger effect on happiness at all ages. A positive attitude has a gigantic effect on happiness at all ages. A positive attitude led to having a greater sense of control over their lives, higher self esteem, and stronger social relationships. A positive attitude is key to happiness. So if you want to feel happier, practice focusing on and appreciating the positives you find in your life. Look, listen, taste, touch, smell. Remember, happiness is not just about the money you make, but about the attitude you carry.
