In his article, 10 Powerful Ways to Create Your Own Happiness, Dr. Travis Bradberry argues that emotional intelligence (EQ) is critical to happiness. He also makes the convincing point that about half your happiness is up to how you choose to react.

Are entrepreneurs happier than average people? Many entrepreneurs suffer from the trap that success brings happiness. People that view happiness as a by-product of success are chasing the horizon -- despite walking toward it, the horizon is always out of reach.

The next time you find yourself frantically checking your watch, consider what 'buying time' means for finding happiness. Buying time likely leads to more space to pursue activities that align with meaning and purpose.

While positive thinking may not in and of itself yield a wonderful life; it is a tool needed to create it. Approaching obstacles as things to figure out rather than unbeatable enemies allows you to take control.

Ever heard of the Easterlin Paradox? The idea is that more money can only do so much to make us happier once our immediate needs are met. The key is how and where to spend it.

Society makes it seem like neat and tidy always wins the race; however, researchers have found that the rigidity of over-organization is the enemy of productivity, and therefore, happiness. Interestingly enough, the messier you are, the happier you are!

In any game, we pride ourselves on beating out the competition. However, this 'first place' centered thinking can actually work to our disadvantage in the game of happiness.

Whether you prefer an ocean, a lake, or pond, studies have shown that spending time near water has a positive impact on our well-being.

According to some, people that are chronically late are simply overly optimistic about time the logic goes, and optimistic people tend to be happier and more balanced psychologically.

Learn how the meaning of mindfulness can be found through intention-setting and standing up to urgency. It can slow time and increase the space between stimulus and response.

While popular psychology proclaims that happiness is a choice, it may be worth it to consider the purpose of negativity in happiness. What if taking the time to feel our 'bad' feelings made us appreciate, and even make better progress toward, feeling happy again?

Deemed the "hardest class at Yale", "Psychology and the Good Life," focuses on accountability and positive psychology.

Many of us have had a blueprint for happiness from a young age. However, who's to say that life always goes according to plan? True happiness lies in our ability to go back to the drawing board and make the best of a new story.

Spring has sprung! It is the perfect time of year to focus on purging negativity and reinvigorating all aspects of your life. Learn how you can spring into happiness by reducing stress without compromising productivity.

I think the answer is yes, at least part time. I've committed to a quarterly goal of having one day per week, usually Sunday, as a 99% iPhone and Internet free day. It's been great so far.

Learn the strategies needed to cultivate productive and fun business relationships, without compromising your professional brand.

We all want to be successful, but we also want to be happy. Finding a middle ground where the two can coexist can often be challenging.

Many of us may dread getting older. In fact, it can be a debilitating fear. Others may favor the brighter side of things and look forward to the wisdom that tends to come with age. But what if our golden years are actually meant for cultivating our joy?

Many people believe that true happiness is a choice; that we are merely one conscious decision away from a more fulfilling existence. Though this ideology may give some pause, there is more to it than we might think.

When it comes to true satisfaction in one's work life, introverts would argue that the secret to happiness is challenging conventional approaches and accepting your unique strengths.