Mind & EverydayFact

Nothing matters as much as it seems while you consider it.

In 1998 Schkade and Kahneman asked whether people in California are happier. Respondents in the Midwest and in California both said California – measured life satisfaction barely differed. The moment you focus on one factor, you overrate its share of overall happiness.

Useful: Before big decisions ask: how many hours a day will you actually notice this factor?

Source: en.wikipedia.org

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