Before I begin this brief analysis I’d like to share a video of Dan Gilbert from TED talking about happiness that inspired this post (Thanks to Paul Buchheit for the share on friendfeed). Dan’s premise is that happiness falls within the realm and ultimate purview of the observer. He goes on to explain that self induced (synthetic) happiness is just as good as natural happiness (getting what we want), in contrary to conventional wisdom.
In addition to a lively performance accompanied by some interesting data, Dan Gilbert shares a few quotes that aid in making his point. (more…)