You think you have a head on your shoulders, but depression again covers you like a blanket. Why is this always happening? The answer to this riddle lies in bad habits, the so-called seven deadly sins that prevent you from being happy. Despite their name, they have nothing to do with the Bible. Let's take a closer look at them.

Are you ready to hear about the first sin? People often devalue happiness, putting it on the back burner. This harmful habit diminishes the importance of happiness. The author and his colleagues decided to conduct research. The results showed what people associate with happiness. The research participants had to choose three things that could bring them happiness. People often wanted money or popularity because they knew what it would give them and how to use it. Almost no one mentioned happiness, though. Why? It was too general and abstract, without any specifics for the participants.

Now, let's think. Happiness should play a significant role in everyone's life, so why does everyone forget about its priority? It is a somewhat subjective concept because people can feel happy for various reasons. Before you understand the importance of happiness, determine what it means to you.

What emotions relate to happiness? Could it be adrenaline? For example, you feel it after jumping with a parachute or diving at a great depth. Understand what you associate with happiness, and then you will see its source.

A diary might help you remember the reasons that you feel this emotion. Write down exactly which factors lift your spirits and bring you joy. Dig into your memories – when were you happy? Who was with you? Under what circumstances? And what was the reason for these emotions? Leave the answers in the diary.

You probably thought about your sleepover with a friend, your 15th birthday, or the cross-country trip with your classmates. Thanks to the notes, more happiness will come into your life. You will see a clear picture of what you should pay attention to and how to attract this feeling.