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Chasing Hobbies over Achievement Boosts Happiness (2023)

Individuals emphasizing freedom and hobbies experienced a boost in well-being, whereas those prioritizing achievement felt less happy.

The study across three countries led by the Department of Psychology’s Dr Paul Hanel discovered people who prioritised achievement over enjoyment were less happy on the next day. “This research shows that there are real benefits to having a balanced life and taking time to focus on enjoying ourselves and following individual goals. Professor Greg Maio, University of Bath, said: “This multination project was an exciting foray into questions about how values affect well-being in day-to-day life.

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