Are you happy – really happy? Some hints that you might not be...

Have you rated your happiness factor lately? 

Anyone can get stuck in a rut – but there are some behaviors to watch out for that could suggest you’re sliding down a bit on the happiness scale:

• Too Much TV Time: If this is your routine night after night, you may want to lose the remote for a while. Happier people watch less TV than unhappy people –and an increase in TV time could be red flag. 

• Troubled Relationships: Unhappier people may have more difficultly resolving issues and may not attempt to broaden their circle of friends. 

• Stressful environments: Feeling safe and comfortable generates contentment and satisfaction. Stressful environments enhance unhappiness. Those who stop making an effort to improve stressful situations are likely not very happy people.

• Constant Pleasure Seeking: This is a big red flag. Unhappy people often go too far trying to get happy. Overspending and overindulging on a hedonic treadmill will likely leave them feeling empty and wanting more.