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Tag: Happiness

0 Culture Israel

Is Israel the Scariest or Happiest Country? | Unpacked

Unpacked · 13 Nov

Israel presents a paradox as it is both in the midst of regional conflict and consistently among the happiest nations globally.

0 Ethics Jewish Law

7 Commodities More Valuable Than Money

Living Lchaim · 9 Oct

In this episode of the Kosher Money Podcast, Rabbi Daniel Glatstein discusses seven commodities that surpass money in value, offering a perspective that intertwines financial wisdom with Jewish teachings.

0 Philosophy Communities

Concierge Service

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 18 Jun

The text discusses the concept of "menuchas hanefesh" or inner peace, likening it to a concierge service where all needs are tended to effortlessly.

0 Communities Education

Everyone Needs a Friend

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 28 May

The author discusses the importance of relationships for a healthy and happy life, drawing from the Harvard Study of Adult Development, which highlighted the significance of strong social connections in overall well-being.

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Religious people are happier and more optimistic than atheists, UK survey finds

Jewish Chronicle · 20 Nov 2023

A UK survey found that religiously affiliated individuals are happier, more optimistic, and feel more confident in dealing with life's challenges compared to atheists.

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Emily Alhadeff in The Cholent · 15 Sep 2023

Shana tova!

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Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph in Jewish Action · 5 Mar 2023

The author reflects on the importance of saying hello and forming connections with others.

0 Philosophy Culture

Our Technology Sickness—and How to Heal It

Micah Goodman in Sources · 1 Apr 2022

The article discusses the adverse effects of the digital revolution on our intellectual, social, and emotional lives, proposing crucial shifts in thinking to counteract these changes.

0 Politics Science

Liberals Are Talking Themselves into Clinical Depression

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 17 Dec 2021

The text highlights a concern that some liberals may be talking themselves into clinical depression by focusing on negative news such as COVID, climate change, and judicial system issues, while rejecting good news.

0 Ethics Science

Food, Sex and Giving to Charity

Forward · 23 Nov 2014

Research shows that giving to charity not only stems from awareness of needs, such as natural disasters, but also from personal well-being, invoking feelings of happiness and fulfillment labeled empathic joy.

0 Literature Holocaust

I’m Still Here

Shoshana Olidort in Jewish Review of Books · 15 Jun 2014

"In the Illuminated Dark" is a collection of poetry by Israeli poet Tuvia Ruebner, dedicated to his sister who perished in the Holocaust.

0 Holidays Communities

Ilana Kurshan in Tablet · 17 Mar 2011

Recent publications have highlighted the pursuit of happiness, linking it to understanding our own mental processes.