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Read more about the article Happiness: Is it a Choice, a Feeling, or a Result?

Happiness: Is it a Choice, a Feeling, or a Result?

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:June 11, 2022
  • Post last modified:June 12, 2022

Happiness is one of life’s eternal pursuits. But the definition of happiness differs greatly from person to person. And for some people, happiness seems impossible to find or to hold…

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Read more about the article Is It Healthy That Coffee Makes You Happier?

Is It Healthy That Coffee Makes You Happier?

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:May 26, 2022
  • Post last modified:May 27, 2022

Chances are if you’re reading this article you find joy in your morning cup of coffee. Maybe that is the one and only thing that gets you out of bed…

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Read more about the article 15 Ways to Meditate for More Happiness

15 Ways to Meditate for More Happiness

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:May 25, 2022
  • Post last modified:May 27, 2022

One of the major benefits of meditation is that it has been proven by science to increase levels of happiness and compassion in those who practice it. This isn't just…

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Read more about the article Is It Your Fault You Have No Friends?

Is It Your Fault You Have No Friends?

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:September 22, 2020
  • Post last modified:May 22, 2022

Humans are social beings and so we thrive on connection with our fellow people. Without that connection, the world can be a lonely place. Nobody likes feeling like they’re alone.…

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Read more about the article Why Am I Happy When I Should Be Sad?

Why Am I Happy When I Should Be Sad?

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:September 9, 2020
  • Post last modified:September 16, 2020

Have you been through a recent traumatic event? Many of us who go through a negative life change can struggle with how to feel and when. With judgments from friends,…

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Read more about the article Is Happiness a State of Mind?

Is Happiness a State of Mind?

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:September 1, 2020
  • Post last modified:September 3, 2020

Everybody longs to be happy because life, at the base of it all, is a pursuit of happiness and fulfillment. We want to be rich, famous, influential. We want to…

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Read more about the article Happiness Comes from Within: How to Choose to Be Happy More Often

Happiness Comes from Within: How to Choose to Be Happy More Often

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:August 20, 2020
  • Post last modified:September 3, 2020

What does it take to feel good about life? Happiness comes from within and so much of it depends on your mindset: when we choose to appreciate and participate in…

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Read more about the article Are Gratitude and Appreciation the Same? No, Here’s Why

Are Gratitude and Appreciation the Same? No, Here’s Why

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:June 24, 2020
  • Post last modified:September 3, 2020

Gratitude and appreciation are important emotions for people who have decided to live a full and happy life. They both stem from a feeling of thankfulness and a recognition of…

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Read more about the article Can Suffering Be a Good Thing? (Reasons, Examples)

Can Suffering Be a Good Thing? (Reasons, Examples)

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:June 5, 2020
  • Post last modified:September 25, 2020

It is normal for us to ask ourselves whether suffering can be a good thing or not, especially when we go through a difficult time in our life.It is obvious…

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Read more about the article What Is an Attitude of Gratitude, And Why Is It Important?

What Is an Attitude of Gratitude, And Why Is It Important?

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:April 24, 2020
  • Post last modified:June 1, 2020

I've always considered myself to be one of the happiest people to ever walk the Earth. And without a doubt, nearly 99.9% of that is having to do with my…

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Read more about the article Are Happy Tears Different From Sad Tears?

Are Happy Tears Different From Sad Tears?

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:April 21, 2020
  • Post last modified:September 3, 2020

I was so curious about the topic, so I went online and did my research. Here's what I found...

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Read more about the article My Essay on What Is Your Idea of Happiness?

My Essay on What Is Your Idea of Happiness?

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:April 15, 2020
  • Post last modified:November 13, 2020

I've been fortunate enough to be happy ever since I was little. I have a few ideas I'd like to share with you so that you, too, can be happy.…

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Read more about the article The Power of Gratitude — Appreciate the Little Things

The Power of Gratitude — Appreciate the Little Things

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:January 4, 2019
  • Post last modified:May 25, 2022

It’s no secret that gratitude is a known antidote to suffering. And if you revolve your life around it, not only you’ll feel great, but so will the others whose lives you…

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Read more about the article Happiness is Easier Than You Think

Happiness is Easier Than You Think

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:October 9, 2018
  • Post last modified:May 25, 2022

Being extremely lucky as I am, happiness is something I was able to find in my early teenage years. And I have been the happiest ever since. Have I had…

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Read more about the article What Is Baseline of Happiness and How Does It Work?

What Is Baseline of Happiness and How Does It Work?

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:September 13, 2018
  • Post last modified:May 24, 2022

I know that finding and sustaining happiness is the ultimate goal and the infinite struggle for most of us. It causes so much anxiety and frustration that it can bring…

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Read more about the article Thoughts on Happiness and Facing Hardship

Thoughts on Happiness and Facing Hardship

  • Post author:Konstantin Lapshin
  • Post published:June 23, 2018
  • Post last modified:May 25, 2022

I got super lucky, I was able to find happiness early. The only thing is, I am not so sure that you actually find happiness, it’s more like you’ve got…

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Hi, I'm Konstantin.

I share my journey diving into personal development world, meditation, self-awareness, and some of the most important things to me—questions surrounding happiness, meaning, and the role of suffering in our lives. I like doing research on things I don't know, discover, contemplate and share what I find as I try to figure out my life.

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