Happiness

Israeli youth maintain positive moods amid global life satisfaction crisis, war - opinion

"In Israel, the reality encountered within the IDF is harsh, but ultimately produces something far healthier - far more communal and meaningful," researcher Anat Fanti says.

People attend a drag performance in an underground parking lot used as a protected space in Tel Aviv, amid the war with Iran and Hezbollah and ongoing rocket fire toward Israel.
A man brandish Israeli flags following an Iranian strike in Givatayim, in the center of Israel on March 6, 2026.

Israel ranks eighth globally in 2026 World Happiness Index despite war

Living according to our true nature preserves energy and brings happiness, while inauthenticity drains it.

Following your own path: The source of energy we need to live happily

A YOUNG woman celebrates her birthday with a cake along the Tel Aviv beach promenade despite the ongoing war with Iran and missile fire toward Israel, March 5, 2026.

Israel ranks eighth in World Happiness Report despite war, young Israelis place third globally


Hard truth about hard people revealed in new research

Researchers link frequent exposure to bothersome social interactions with markers of accelerated biological aging.

Impatience has led to many people losing their own private Garden of Eden.

In a season of joy, rethinking happiness: Lessons from the tightrope

“Stability is, in many ways, an illusion. Like a tightrope walker, we do not truly stand still - we remain upright by constantly adjusting and searching for balance.”

Finland clings to 'world's happiest country' crown as population's gloom deepens

Finland is grappling with economic stagnation, joblessness, and strained public finances, despite holding the title of the world's happiest population.

A Finnish flag flies over the City Hall in Helsinki, Finland, February 10, 2024.

A massive study discovered the habit that will make you happier

A life-changing habit – short writing about your values or strengths reduces anxiety, strengthens self-confidence, and increases happiness. No therapy, no app – just a pen and paper.

A woman writing at home

Finding strength in the sukkah - opinion

For the joy of Sukkot is not a sign of naivete; it is a declaration that Israel’s story will end not in fear but ultimately in redemption.

WE ARE commanded to rejoice.

Tzedakah: The happiness of giving instead of spending on ourselves - opinion

Spending money on others has a stronger, more lasting impact on happiness than spending it on ourselves.

VOLUNTEERS PRESENT food packages to elderly people in Tel Aviv last year. The pleasure of giving often feels different from the fleeting rush of acquiring something for ourselves, the writer notes.

Happiness is not a bonus: This is how I taught myself to be happy, and you can too

Eymi Bechor-Bouni has been a family law attorney for 25 years. Two years ago, she began a personal experiment that initially involved only a small change – and today everything looks different.

Happiness is not a bonus

Breakthrough in relationship research: This is the secret that guarantees a happy marriage

A new study reveals a surprising factor that strengthens relationships and improves the quality of marriage. Scientists have discovered an unexpected link between a simple daily behavior.

 A loving couple

Psychologist Emorie Beck reveals how you can unlock happiness

Researchers find happiness doesn't work the same way for everyone.

 Psychologist Emorie Beck reveals how you can unlock happiness.Illustration.

British study: Pets add £70,000 worth of joy to your life

Research shows pets increase happiness by up to 3 to 4 points on a 7-point scale, comparable to the benefits of marriage.

 British study: Pets add £70,000 worth of joy to your life. Image: Gladskikh Tatiana.