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Heavy Metal Monk

Heavy Metal Monk

A Catholic monk in Italy professes his love for heavy metal...

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Seek Out Happiness

Seek Out Happiness

Happiness will not come effortlessly to you—you must...

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The 16th Happiest Country

The 16th Happiest Country

The U.S. is ranked 16th out of 97 countries for overall happiness...

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Make a Happiness List!

Make a Happiness List!

Sarah over at Pink of Perfection tells readers to make a happiness...

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Get into the Habit

Get into the Habit

Although rituals can seem painstaking sometimes, they can...

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The Happy Office

The Happy Office

Is it important to be happy at your workplace?

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Always an Optimist?

Always an Optimist?

If not, learn how to become one! Having a positive outlook...

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