As per the most recent UN happiness survey, Israelis are the fourth-happiest people out of 130 nations.
We could all do with some positive vibes as things stand, and the Pessachs and their flamenco troupe might just have a happiness elixir to offer us.
The great pain caused by the seizing of hostages and the loss of life of soldiers has energized us to do something about them.
This year's ranking and previous years measured happiness and subjective well-being based on three factors: life evaluation, positive emotions, and negative emotions.
One of the positives in this time of war has been the abundance of kindness being done both in Israel and abroad. It not only helps the happiness of the recipients, but of the givers as well.
A study found that keeping good news a secret can make people feel energized and alive, regardless of whether they intend to share that information later with someone or not.
Despite the unimaginable pain and loss we are experiencing, truth will prevail; and joy, rooted in deep faith, has the power to overcome what seems to be an impossible challenge.
One would think that the age at which most people are happiest is when they are young, look their best, and have their strength, but researchers found a different answer.
Commemorating the holiday in which we are commanded to be happy is something we cherish.
Barring an extreme sadomasochist personality, how could knowing one’s life is on the line make this day not only happy – but the happiest day of the year?
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