Here are some ideas for cost-free activities and traditions that can bring you delight, connection, and happiness this time of year. Around the holidays, we hear songs about joy—whether that’s “joy to the world,” or “tidings of comfort and joy.” But what is joy, and where can we find it these days? […]
Simple Life Changes That Bring Deeper Fulfillment In Your Life Life change is something that most people want. And realistically, there are five core life changes that people seek out the most. These then are the 5 things you would like to change about your life, and importantly, easy things you can do start[…]
Are you on a quest to find happiness? While happiness might feel elusive or out of your reach at times, that doesn’t make it an impossible journey or goal to achieve. On the contrary, happiness could be waiting for you around the next corner if you just hang on. Or, it might be even simpler[…]
So many things to do while you wait for Santa! Christmas Eve is one of our favorite moments of the holiday season, the night you can relax after lots of prep—and hopefully checking lots of fun activities off your Christmas bucket list—slow down, spend some quality time with your friends and family, and take part[…]
Metaphors are figures of speech that state that one thing is actually another thing. They are a way of creating a comparison that while not literally true, provides a figurative meaning. Metaphors for life are a way of comparing life to other things in a way that may help you think about your life and[…]
While flourishing may sound like an abstract concept, Harvard has a Human Flourishing Program that helps students carve out fulfilling lives. Whether you love or hate your job, relationship and living situation — it can be hard to know if you’re actually happy and what that word even really means. That said, these psychology[…]
Researchers are exploring what wellness looks like in a digital world. Zoom Fatigue. Distraction. Burnout. For many of us, digital overwhelm is all around. The pressures of remote work are all too familiar. When we think about how to solve these problems, conversations inevitably turn to disengaging from technology: limiting screen time, deleting apps, taking[…]
A new study shows that doing kind things for others is an important path to happiness. When Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence, he assured Americans of their right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This idea seems to lead many Americans to chase after new gadgets and hedonistic pleasures. But[…]
How do we define success? There are many different tactics for how to be successful in life, but the strategy that works best for you may depend on your view of success itself. We often think of it as doing well at work or earning a high salary. While professional accomplishments can be one[…]
Pets and happiness go hand in hand. And if you are reading this blog, you can probably find a smiling dog or a purring cat within reach, and there is no doubt it brings a smile to your face. Here at Trupanion HQ, with more than 300 pets gracing us with their presence on any[…]