A study showed that being obsessed with happiness can actually lead to less happiness, as constantly overthinking and worrying about being happy can negatively affect well-being. The study examined how strongly someone values happiness as a goal and how much they worry about their current happiness, and found that excessive concern about happiness can lead to negative feelings, reduced life satisfaction, and an increased risk of depressive symptoms. It also suggested that societal pressures to always be happy can be harmful, and that allowing oneself to experience a range of emotions with acceptance may be more beneficial for overall well-being and happiness.
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Strive For Happiness, But Constant Concerns About It Affects Well-Being: Study
