Welcome to the last Growth Period of the semester—but certainly not your last opportunity for growth. At this final juncture you will (1) spend some time reflecting on your Happiness Trail journey, and (2) chat with a few strangers.
Reflect
- You have been hiking on the happy trail for several weeks now, and have come to a fork in the trail. To the left are your new views of happiness and to the right are your old views. Describe each trail, and then indicate which fork you are going to continue on, and mostly importantly, share why.
Take Action
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Ask three complete strangers (preferably of varying ages—use your best judgment) the following question: If you were to identify just one thing that causes authentic happiness, what would it be? Share what they said, and provide an analysis of their responses.
On a side note: If you’re feeling spunky, ask more than three strangers—you’d be surprised at how that one question can create a ripple effect of self-reflection, realization, and…well, happiness!