watch this TED talk by Robert Waldinger, psychiatrist and professor at Harvard Medical School. He discusses some of the results of the Grant study, which has followed groups of men over a 75 year, longitudinal study, and explains some of the factors leading to a happy life.
After viewing this video about lessons from the longest study on happiness, ask yourself and write down your answers the following questions.
Who are the people in my life who affect my happiness?
Do you think you will feel the same when you turn 65? Why or why not?
STEP 3: Talk to a grandparent or another relative or person you know who is at least 60 years old and ask them the following questions .
How do you define happiness for yourself?
Do you consider yourself a happy person right now?
What do you need in your life in order to be happy now and in the future?
Who are the people in your life who affect your happiness?
Did you feel the same way when you were my age?
What is the biggest difference between what you thought would make you happy when you were younger and what did make you happy as you got older?
