It’s official. You can’t afford to be sad. Researchers at Harvard University induced sadness in groups of people and then observed their financial decision making compared with a control group.

They found that sadness increases impatience and the need for instant gratification. Sad people are willing to accept smaller returns now, even when they know that the long term benefits are greater. A sad person will accept between 35% and 79% less money when faced with the same investment decisions as someone who isn’t sad.

Don’t be sad. It costs you money. Do a small thing to make yourself happier…it’ll pay for itself in the long run.

Have a curious day.

Most early morning thoughts are about showers, make-up, children, food, transport and work. Percentage-wise how much time did you spend preparing your body for today as opposed to your mind. Decide how you want to be today. Happy? Relaxed?

Have a curious day.

Don’t wait for your next pay rise, your next holiday, or the weekend to be happy. Don’t live a life of martyrdom and self denial, hoping that one day you’ll be happy. Pay compliments, celebrate good news, work to live. Be happy now.

Have a curious day.

Yes, yes, I know. I’ve already posted this one, but it is so beautiful that I am unashamedly posting it again. Since last time, I’ve now taken to buying myself flowers once a week.

Try it.

Have a curious day.