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According to British psychologist Cliff Arnall, January 21 is the saddest day of the year. The Secret Society of Happy People has declared war on unhappiness to offset this downer day. Its solution? National Hunt for Happiness Week.
Why is January 21 the unhappiest day of the year? Arnall explains:
“After all the holiday mayhem, the cold temps and holiday bills can bring on the winter blues, so sometimes we have to make an effort to hunt for happiness,” says Society founder Pamela Gail Johnson
The Secret Society of Happy People has identified Thirty-One Types of Happiness:
• Amused
• Anticipation
• Awestruck
• Balanced
• Blessed
• Celebrate
• Cheerful
• Confident
• Content
• Enthusiasm
• Giving
• Helpful
• Honorable
• Hopeful
• Humor
• Inspired
• Joyful
• Kindness
• Lively
• Love
• Mellow
• Motivated
• Nostalgic
• Optimistic
• Peaceful
• Playful
• Relieved
• Satisfaction
• Social
• Spiritual
• Thankful
Happiness hunters can find themes and ideas to jumpstart their other celebration ideas at the Society’s website.
http://www.sohp.com/hunt_for_happiness_week.php