Topic > What is the pursuit of happiness? - 1121

According to Norton (2011) individuals who spent money on themselves did not show a marked improvement in personal happiness, however those who spent or donated insignificant amounts of money to their peers reported feelings of contentment and promoted greater happiness. Einarsdottir (2012) established the positive effect that gratitude expressed by parents of sick infants in the NICU had on healthcare workers. The process through which a good attitude played a significant role in how healthcare workers were able to balance highly stressful working conditions, in turn enabled professionals to feel positive, appreciated and ultimately happier. Furthermore, Achor (2012) highlighted the importance of engaging in random acts of kindness, praising and thanking colleagues in one's interpersonal network, supporting feelings of contentment, which allows the brain to function better, therefore leading to professional and personal success that amplifies individual happiness. further. Significant importance was given to engaging in altruistic mannerisms, focusing one's intentions, thoughts and actions on the benefit of others, essentially contributing to making the individual