In this mini episode, Dr. Derrick Hines breaks down surprising research on happiness and explains why spending money on other people may increase happiness more than spending it on yourself.
This episode explores findings from multiple studies showing that generosity works best when it is freely chosen, done in real time, and when you can clearly see the impact on someone else. Dr. Hines explains why action matters more than intention, how choice amplifies emotional reward, and why experiences of giving can shift mood, meaning, and overall well-being.
If you’ve been chasing happiness through purchases, goals, or upgrades and still feel unfulfilled, this episode offers a simple experiment worth trying.
Topics Covered:
-- What research says about money and happiness
-- Why generosity increases well-being more than self-spending
-- The importance of choice and visible impact
-- Why action matters more than good intentions
-- The “five-dollar happiness experiment”
-- Using small acts of giving to improve daily mood
🎧 Tune in to learn how a small, intentional act of generosity can create a meaningful boost in happiness and mental well-being.
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