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Quote of the day from 'Father of American psychology' William James on happiness: 'We do not laugh because we are happy. We are happy because we laugh.' He explains how to find joy in daily life

Quote of the day: In William James' quote of the day, the famous psychologist proposed that physical actions trigger emotional states. We are happy because we laugh, not the other way around. This concept suggests joy is an active physical choice. Modern neuroscience supports this idea through the facial feedback hypothesis. This empowers individuals to find joy in daily life.