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Easy Ways To Boost Happiness

Easy Ways To Boost Happiness

Marcus In The Morning "ON DEMAND"

September 15, 202535m 25s

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Show Notes

The True Cost Of The American Dream
According to new research, the price of the American Dream is now more than $5-million.
  • The study reveals that the price has skyrocketed $600-thousand from last year’s total of $4.4-million and it’s nearly 50% higher than it was just two years ago.
  • Investopedia added in the estimated cost of healthcare over a lifetime - $414,208 - which wasn’t included in previous years. It combines everything from the cost of a wedding and college tuition for your kids.

The Top 10 Tried-and-True Ways to Boost Happiness
  1. Keep your mind and body active
  2. Be nice to others
  3. Spend your money on loved ones
  4. Check on your health status
  5. Join a club
  6. Engage in physical activity
  7. Belong to a faith and practice it
  8. Go out in nature
  9. Build connections with colleagues outside of work
  10. Give back and be generous

Ways to Declutter Without Procrastinating: With everything going on in our lives it’s tough to manage household clutter. Procrastination is the biggest stumbling block , but luckily expert therapist Meredith Beardmore is offering some advice on how to overcome the hurdles. There are three steps to focus on:
  • Categorize! Make three piles: items that belong elsewhere, items for trash, and items you are not ready to decide about
  • Remember Your “Why.” Keeping the reason why you are decluttering in the forefront of your mind
  • Move On Without Regret. Don’t feel guilty about tossing something you spent money on

Second Date Update
Sofia called us about Leo. They matched on Hinge and met for cocktails in Walnut Creek. Sofia said the drinks were great, the conversation flowed, and Leo even walked her to her car. She thought he was into it. But he ghosted.

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