To say that happiness requires an intentional pursuit isn’t new, but today I share insights from the 2024 U.S. State of Happiness Report that validates the idea that happiness requires you to be intentional. I discuss factors that influence happiness, while examining data on generational trends, that provide us with actionable steps to build connections and joy in everyday life. I share research that shows how Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers view happiness differently. It’s a good one!

Key Points Discussed in This Episode:

00:00 Introduction

00:05 U.S. Happiness Study 2024

00:57 Universal Happiness Factors

01:32 Generational Differences in Happiness

02:08 Building Connections and Relationships

02:16 Challenges in Adult Relationships

03:06 Work Environment and Happiness

03:25 Intentional Happiness Strategies

04:32 Creating Your Happiness List

05:32 Reflecting on Past Joys

06:09 Adapting Happiness Over Time

07:29 Daily Pursuit of Happiness

07:46 Weekly Challenge and Community Engagement

08:38 Final Thoughts and Community Sharing

Curious about what else affects happiness at home and in the workplace? Check out more of the 2024 State of Happiness Report here: https://www.speakmichelle.com/research

In today’s episode, I’m sharing all there is to know about resilience and why it should be considered a critical skill in the workplace, not just a personal trait. I share how resilience impacts productivity, teamwork, employee engagement, and present research findings that debunk the myth that resilience is merely a 'soft skill'.

Key Points Discussed in This Episode:

00:00 The Rollerblading Tale

02:08 Lessons from Embarrassment

03:37 Resilience in Life and Business

03:45 Research Findings on Resilience

05:51 Recommendations for Organizations

07:36 Training Methods for Resilience

10:08 The Importance of a Resilient Environment

11:31 Final Words

To learn more about resilience and its role in your life, download the 2024 State of Happiness Report. This comprehensive report includes an infographic and a three-video series about why happiness is a business challenge, complete with strategies to foster a happier and more productive team. Get it all sent straight to your inbox!

And make sure to follow @bethehappyist on Instagram where I share data-backed actions to take to grow your resilience reserves.

In today’s quick discussion, I take you back to my first taste of entrepreneurship as a kid. It was a fun experience that got me hooked on the idea of being my own boss. I learned some valuable lessons about money, happiness, and what gives life meaning—lessons that still resonate today. In this episode, I chat about how each of our financial situations affect our feelings, and the connection between a higher income and feeling more fulfilled. I answer the age-old question: “Can money really buy happiness?” with data I pulled from my 2024 State of Happiness Study.

Join me as I discuss ways you can create joy and satisfaction in your life, no matter where you stand financially.

00:00 - Introduction: Childhood Money Memories

01:30 - Money and A Sense of Purpose

02:02 - Financial Stressors in Modern Times

03:08 - Income, Education, and Happiness

03:49 - Finding Purpose Beyond Money

06:39 - The Joy of Giving Back

07:07 - Conclusion: Control Your Happiness

To learn more about the intricate relationship between money and happiness, download the 2024 State of Happiness Report. This comprehensive report includes an infographic and a three-video series about why happiness is a business challenge, complete with strategies to foster a happier and more productive team. Get it all sent straight to your inbox!