Starting out in rocket science and computer programming, if you would have told me then that there’s a science to happiness, I would have laughed. And actually, that would have made me a little happier (see #7). Today there’s solid research on techniques that can increase your happiness and fulfilment in life.

I’m going to give you 9 easy techniques to do. If you’re really busy, try 5 of them. If you’re a competitive high achiever—and probably very busy—go ahead and try all 9 of them.