Where you live can have a big impact on your mental health. Particularly for seniors, it’s important to settle down in a location that promotes happiness. Older adults face a higher risk of mental health problems due to circumstances like the loss of loved ones, loneliness, chronic illness or disability, medications, changes brought on by retirement and … Read more
If the word “mindfulness” sets your teeth on edge, perhaps that’s a sign you need it. But don’t be too daunted — mindfulness is less about becoming one with nature on a misty mountaintop and more about being present, according to Pema Sherpa and Brendan Barca, authors of the new book, “The Daily Buddhist.” “We … Read more
Everyone knows exercising is a mood-booster, but not only is it hard — it can also be expensive. Which is why it’s great that fresh research out of the UK suggests there’s a simple (and free!) way to give yourself an attitude adjustment — but there’s a bit of a catch. Fresh research out of … Read more
Heidi Montag has had a year — and it’s only May. The 38-year-old reality star says the emotions still “come in waves” since the house she had with husband Spencer Pratt and their two kids burned down in the LA wildfires in January. But in a sit-down with The Post, Montag got choked up talking … Read more
What if the secret to longevity wasn’t in the mind or the gut — but in the heart? Speaking at the inaugural New York Times Well Festival on Wednesday, psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Robert Waldinger announced he and his team were “shocked” by “the biggest predictor of who was going to live long and stay … Read more
What’s the secret to happiness? If you ask a Finn, it might just start with an outdoor hike followed by a cold plunge. Finland has once again clinched the top spot on the World Happiness Report — for the eighth year in a row — leaving the rest of us to wonder what kind of … Read more
The happiest place on Earth isn’t Disneyland. People feeling down in the dumps should consider relocating to Copenhagen, Denmark, which has been named the happiest city in the world in 2025 by the Institute for Quality of Life. Meanwhile, the Big Apple was named number one in the US on the so-called Happy City Index, … Read more
Money can’t buy happiness — and these countries prove it. The first-ever Global Flourishing Study has determined the countries where people “flourish” the most. Expands beyond the annual World Happiness Report — which often highlights the high quality of life in Nordic nations — the new research digs deeper into all areas of people’s lives … Read more
What do a fashion feud with Princess Margaret and rumors of young love with Colin Powell have in common? They’ve both become legendary tales at the Life Story Club. Founded in 2019, the Brooklyn-based nonprofit organizes free virtual and in-person gatherings for older adults across the city, giving them a space to share their experiences, … Read more
The road to a better mood might run through your stomach. Dutch researchers found that a popular gut-boosting supplement helped healthy adults feel less anxious, stressed and fatigued in a matter of weeks. An added perk: While it dialed down the doom and gloom, the new study showed that the daily dose didn’t compromise users’ … Read more
Americans are more miserable than ever — though New Yorkers don’t seem to be doing too bad. Still, most of us could probably use a little emotional boost. A few simple hacks could completely turn your mood around. Getty Images/iStockphoto As it turns out, you don’t need crystals, mood gummies or expensive gurus to turn … Read more
Could science fiction become reality? In 2004’s “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind,” Jim Carrey’s character undergoes a memory-erasing procedure to forget his ex. But while the procedure seemed farfetched at the time, technology has gotten us closer to the possibility of wiping painful memories from our minds — or at the very least, making … Read more
Being single is ruff. But if you’re one of the many single Americans who own a pet, you’re in luck — science says the road to happiness is paved in paw prints. Researchers analyzed the data of 2,500 British households and found that the psychological benefits of having a furry companion are on par with … Read more
A Columbia-trained psychiatrist is on a mission to democratize good mental health. “There are the boring things that every doctor will tell you about, like, nutrition is good, your sleep is good, your movement is OK,” Dr. Judith Joseph told The Post. “I talk about different things that most doctors don’t.” In her upcoming book, … Read more
When’s the last time you yelled at the top of your lungs? Letting out a scream can be cathartic — and according to proponents, it can also relieve stress, relax muscle tension and increase your energy. But unless you live in the middle of nowhere, there’s not a lot of opportunity to truly let loose … Read more
Feeling blue or tickled pink, the colors around you can have a real impact on your mood. That’s not some woo-woo pseudoscience, either: Studies have shown that different hues can actually activate different parts of your brain. And with the US dropping to its lowest ranking ever in the World Happiness Report, Americans can use any … Read more
Crystal visions, crystal vacations? One Colorado hotel is offering guests access to a complimentary “crystal concierge,” from whom they can check in and check out healing stones, many of them locally mined. They can help guests choose the right crystals to promote whatever sense of well-being they’re after, from happiness to calm to optimism. The … Read more
For the eighth year running, Finland has been named the happiest country in the world in new rankings published today. Based on the World Happiness Report‘s data, they’re leaps and bounds happier than the US, which dropped to 24th place — the lowest ever. What makes Finland markedly happier than even its Nordic neighbors is … Read more
Finland is named the happiest country in the world for the eighth year in a row, according to the World Happiness Report 2025 published Thursday. Other Nordic countries are also once again at the top of the happiness rankings in the annual report published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford. Besides Finland, Denmark, Iceland and Sweden remain the top … Read more
You know the saying, “What’s yours is mine”? Well, it seems like that might be true for more than just your husband’s socks. A recent study published in the journal Psychoneuroendocrinology found that your partner’s good mood can make you feel happier as well. The study found that when someone’s partner was feeling happy, it … Read more