Why Lent Makes People Happy (and Netflix Doesn’t)

Many people believe, mistakenly, that when you have the freedom to do whatever you want, whenever you want, that you will be incredibly happy. Research shows that doing things in moderation, with periods of abstinence between each session, will actually make you happier because then you can really appreciate the time you spend on your heart’s desire. Apparently, having an over-abundance of what you crave is not going to make you happy because you will start taking your sources of joy and pleasure for granted. What truly will make you happy is being able to recognize and appreciate what you already have before you strive for more. Read the entire article here: Why Lent Makes People Happy (and Netflix Doesn’t)

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