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The Science of Happiness

What makes you happy? Maybe you think of a tropical vacation, making a lot of money, or special moments with family. It could be a favorite dessert, finishing a book, reaching the top of a mountain. What about religious rituals and spiritual practices? Do these actually make us happier? Today, we look at the research on happiness to see what science says about the psychological impact ancient religious practices can have on our happiness.

Nathan Gibbs was the former general manager of KACU. He was also the director of operations for the school's television production studio, as well as an assistant professor in the journalism and mass communication department of Abilene Christian University.
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