Day: May 28, 2011

For years I have been reluctant to use the word “happy” as a desired value. I think that is because, like love, “happiness” is misrepresented. From my perspective, intellectuals and religious models in my life have emphasized all things profound and responsible. Having been raised within a strict Christian context, being obedient, selfless, ambitious, faithful, responsible and yes, loving were highly valued.  But happiness?  Not so much. Lately I have been seeing the importance of happiness. And science research is supporting the brain-behavior connections associated with happiness for learning, for creating, and for success. Happiness brightens the way and lightens