Here’s How Long Different Things Make Us Feel Happy

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Sometimes one thing can turn your whole day around…or, half-a-day anyway.

A new poll looked at various things that make us feel happy and how long that boost lasts.  The average is right around four hours…

1.  Spending quality time with your family = 4 hours 33 minutes.

2.  Booking a vacation = 4 hours 31 minutes.

3.  Your favorite team winning a big game = 4 hours 9 minutes.

4.  Your significant other saying, “I love you” = 4 hours.

5.  Playing with your pet = 3 hours 47 minutes.

6.  Getting a really good deal on something = 3 hours 39 minutes.

7.  Finishing a workout = 3 hours 36 minutes.

8.  Having a totally clean house = 3 hours 36 minutes.

9.  Eating chocolate = 3 hours 34 minutes.

10.  Receiving a compliment = 3 hours 30 minutes.

11.  A cold beer on a hot day = 3 hours 17 minutes.

SOURCE: Mirror