Pigg Banks

Can’t Buy Me Happiness

Has your teen been bugging you about buying them the newest cell phone, or are you worried about how you’re going to afford the next iteration of technology that’s just around the corner? If you are concerned that you might fall behind in the keeping-up-with-the-Joneses world we live in, you can do yourself – and … Read more

plate

Mindful Eating: Better Than a Diet

If you just can’t bring yourself to get on board with raw food and juice cleanses, or if the idea of trying another diet has you ready to pull your hair out in frustration, don’t worry! There’s another option out there that is much simpler… no pre-packaged foods, no numbers to count, and no deprivation. … Read more

Business Women

Busy Women, Happier Marriages

A new study published in the Journal of Family Psychology disputes the stereotypical portrayal of working women as stressed out, dissatisfied wives who fight more with their husbands. In fact, it showed that a woman who “brings home the bacon” – particularly if her job is demanding and her workload is heavy – has a happier marriage. The … Read more

Social Interaction

6 Hours a Day Brings Well-being Your Way

Are you constantly frustrated by the amount of time children spend glued to their phones, texting with friends while virtually ignoring your existence? You might want to grin and bear it just a bit, mom and dad. New research on well-being conducted by bestselling authors Tom Rath and Jim Harter, PhD, reveals that a robust sense of well-being requires … Read more

self-enhancement

The More You Like Who You Are, the Happier You Will Be

If you knew there was research that definitively revealed that your children could be happier and healthier simply by having them adopt a few simple habits, wouldn’t you want to know about it? Such is the case in a new study from the University of Dayton published in the Journal of Research in Personality. It reveals … Read more