Scientists: Sex and Sleep Make You Happier Than Loads of Money
The old saying "money can’t buy happiness" has become somewhat of a joke. Nevertheless, Oxford sociologists have found that simple pleasures like good sleep and regular sex contribute far more to our happiness than financial wealth.
The old saying "money can’t buy happiness" has become somewhat of a joke. Nevertheless, Oxford sociologists have found that simple pleasures like good sleep and regular sex contribute far more to our happiness than financial wealth.
A new study by Oxford Economics has developed a life satisfaction index that considers various factors, from the time spent chatting with neighbors to financial status. It turns out that while money is important, it is not as crucial for overall happiness as once thought.
The average Brit scores 62 out of 100 on the life satisfaction scale. However, a good night's sleep adds a whopping 15 points, and sex adds another 7. In contrast, a fourfold increase in income (from £12,500 to £50,000) only adds 2 points.
The research also highlighted that factors like job security, living in a nice area, and the health of loved ones contribute more to life satisfaction than a sudden salary increase. However, many of these "non-monetary" factors are, unfortunately, dependent on financial resources.
Thus, the study confirms: the best way to boost your happiness is to focus on improving sleep and intimate life, rather than solely pursuing financial success. Perhaps it’s time to rethink your priorities and spend more time on what truly makes you happy.
Scientists: Sex and Sleep Make You Happier Than Loads of Money
The old saying "money can’t buy happiness" has become somewhat of a joke. Nevertheless, Oxford sociologists have found that simple pleasures like good sleep and regular sex contribute far more to our happiness than financial wealth.
The old saying "money can’t buy happiness" has become somewhat of a joke. Nevertheless, Oxford sociologists have found that simple pleasures like good sleep and regular sex contribute far more to our happiness than financial wealth.
A new study by Oxford Economics has developed a life satisfaction index that considers various factors, from the time spent chatting with neighbors to financial status. It turns out that while money is important, it is not as crucial for overall happiness as once thought.
The average Brit scores 62 out of 100 on the life satisfaction scale. However, a good night's sleep adds a whopping 15 points, and sex adds another 7. In contrast, a fourfold increase in income (from £12,500 to £50,000) only adds 2 points.
The research also highlighted that factors like job security, living in a nice area, and the health of loved ones contribute more to life satisfaction than a sudden salary increase. However, many of these "non-monetary" factors are, unfortunately, dependent on financial resources.
Thus, the study confirms: the best way to boost your happiness is to focus on improving sleep and intimate life, rather than solely pursuing financial success. Perhaps it’s time to rethink your priorities and spend more time on what truly makes you happy.
