Happy Trails

Career

Why People Probably Like You More Than You Think

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on September 8, 2022

Research on the liking gap offers good news about how others perceive us in social situations.

Research on the liking gap offers good news about how others perceive us in social situations.

Coronavirus Disease 2019

It's Time for a New Hobby

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on January 5, 2021

Feeling a bit down during this COVID winter? A new hobby could help.

Feeling a bit down during this COVID winter? A new hobby could help.

Relationships

When a Staycation Is Your Only Option

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on May 6, 2020

Frustrated by your canceled vacation? Here are some ways you can feel like a traveler from the safety of your home.

Frustrated by your canceled vacation? Here are some ways you can feel like a traveler from the safety of your home.

Coronavirus Disease 2019

Reviving Hygge for COVID-19

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on April 28, 2020

The Danish concept of coziness is more important now than ever. Here's how to make it work for you.

The Danish concept of coziness is more important now than ever. Here's how to make it work for you.

Gratitude

Feel the Wind at Your Back

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on October 12, 2017

Consider a new type of gratitude question.

Consider a new type of gratitude question.

Happiness

Harnessing the Power of Anticipation

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on May 2, 2017

How to get even more enjoyment out of your summer adventures.

How to get even more enjoyment out of your summer adventures.

Motivation

A Surprising Secret to Being Happier, Starting Today

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on February 19, 2017

Ask yourself this one question.

Ask yourself this one question.

Happiness

A New Scandinavian Buzzword Offers Advice for a Happier Life

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on January 16, 2017

Learn why the Swedish concept of lagom may just be this year’s big happiness trend.

Learn why the Swedish concept of lagom may just be this year’s big happiness trend.

Happiness

7 Books You Should Read in 2017

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on January 12, 2017

Become happier and healthier with these engaging, research-based titles.

Become happier and healthier with these engaging, research-based titles.

Here's a New Years resolution that you'll stick to, even on the busiest of days.

Happiness

4 Surprisingly Easy Ways to Make Yourself Happier

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on December 30, 2016

Positive psychology can help New Year's resolutions stick.

Positive psychology can help New Year's resolutions stick.

Happiness

Woof Your Way to Well-Being

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on December 13, 2016

Researchers find that spending time with a dog can increase your well-being and social connections.

Researchers find that spending time with a dog can increase your well-being and social connections.

Trauma

Turning the Tables on Trauma

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on December 12, 2016

A brief look at growing in the aftermath of an ordeal.

A brief look at growing in the aftermath of an ordeal.

Emotional Intelligence

5 Tips to Detox Your Workplace

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on December 9, 2016

Emotional intelligence can help you cope with difficult people.

Emotional intelligence can help you cope with difficult people.

Career

Working to Live or Living to Work?

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on December 8, 2016

Here are three simple ways to improve your work-life balance.

Here are three simple ways to improve your work-life balance.

Career

Don’t Be a Drone, Get Up and Roam!

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on December 7, 2016

One easy change can make your work life more enjoyable and productive and might even make you healthier.

One easy change can make your work life more enjoyable and productive and might even make you healthier.

Media

Snapchat: The Jekyll & Hyde of Social Media?

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on December 6, 2016

What research has to say about millennials’ favorite app.

What research has to say about millennials’ favorite app.

Friends

Get Cozy!

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on December 2, 2016

Winter doesn't have to be something we grimly endure. Learn to love it!

Winter doesn't have to be something we grimly endure. Learn to love it!

Openness

Find Your Happy Place

Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D. on October 14, 2016

Tired of missing out on good times? A quick personality assessment can lead to better decisions.

Tired of missing out on good times? A quick personality assessment can lead to better decisions.

This one change can inspire meaningful connections and fulfilling conversations.