A recent study shows that people who think about broad issues more often—instead of worrying about their latest fantasy football trades or celebrity gossip—are happier, especially when interacting with others.

 

We have many things to discuss deeply and passionately, including effective education for all, reducing unwanted pregnancies, solutions for the environment  and non-partisan selection of judges.

 

Challenge yourself this week to engage the issues that affect your community; whenever you find yourself thinking about menial things, shift your focus over to something bigger.

 

Could this be one of the keys to happiness? Let’s find out together.