The happiest kind of shopping

Extraverts and those open to trying new things are more likely to spend their money on experiences (such a vacation or going to show) than on material items, and gain more long-term benefits and greater satisfaction with life, says new research in the Journal of Positive Psychology.

My problem? Shopping lots for both material items and experiences  such as trips and concerts — but I’m pretty sure, in my very unscientific assessment, that just makes me doubly happy, wouldn’t you agree?

(Image: House of Harlow totem pole necklace available at Revolve Clothing, which indeed would make me even happier

2 Comments January 30, 2012