And why would giving away money to charities be a good idea?
The studies in the main post suggest that it brings more happiness than spending it on yourself, for small amounts relative to the amount you currently spend on yourself. Bringing happiness is what makes it a pretty good idea.
The studies in the main post suggest that it brings more happiness than spending it on yourself, for small amounts relative to the amount you currently spend on yourself. Bringing happiness is what makes it a pretty good idea.
To be honest all these laboratory tests and happiness questionnaires seem fairly dubious methodologically.
What’s the best research here?