The Science of Happiness: 7 Proven Ways to Rewire Your Brain for Positivity

Here is the 7 steps to get you started

Duane Michael
6 min readOct 7, 2024
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What if pleasure isn’t something you find, but something you can teach your brain to produce?

Science believes it’s doable, and the greatest news is that you can start immediately.

Happiness, at its foundation, is more than a momentary feeling or mood that passes. It’s far deeper, based in biology, and influenced by thoughts, experiences, and even behaviors.

Surprisingly, reprogramming your brain for happiness is achievable. Yes, you read that correctly. While many people believe that some people are simply more joyful by nature, what is the truth? You can educate your brain to think positively.

Science has proven that by implementing simple habits and modifications, you may really establish pathways in your brain that increase joy. It’s like giving your brain a little exercise.

Instead of bulking up, you’re increasing your happiness factor. Let’s look at seven science-backed strategies to rewire your brain for more positivity.

Step 1 — Gratitude: The Magic of Appreciating the Small Stuff

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Duane Michael

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