How Small, Easy Acts of Joy Improve Happiness and Well-Being

From Scientific American | September 5, 2025

New research shows that even small, everyday acts of joy can meaningfully improve happiness and well-being. GGSC Science Director Emiliana Simon-Thomas shares how these moments also strengthen health by fostering prosocial connection. Read more on this from Scientific American.

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