The overall discourse reflects a strong consensus that major positive or negative events, such as winning the lottery or after serious accidents, do not lead to long-term changes in happiness, with many posts citing specific studies and psychological theories. The tone is analytical and reflective, emphasizing that true happiness is more complex and individual, suggesting that external circumstances have limited long-term effects on well-being.
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Most discussions agree with the core findings of the study, emphasizing that major life events like winning the lottery or becoming paralyzed tend to bring only temporary happiness changes, with people returning to their baseline levels.
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The posts show high interest, referencing specific studies, psychological concepts, and personal reflections, indicating active engagement with the research topic.
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Many contributors delve into detailed interpretations and personal opinions, quoting the study, comparing different situations, and posing thought-provoking questions, demonstrating deep engagement.
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The discussions highlight how this research influences perspectives on happiness and life planning, emphasizing that external events do not guarantee lasting happiness, which can significantly shape attitudes and societal views.
Abstract in brief
According to adaptation level theory, winning the lottery does not lead to lasting increases in happiness because people tend to adapt quickly, and the contrast of the peak experience diminishes the joy of everyday pleasures.
The study found that lottery winners are not happier than non-winners and actually enjoy everyday activities less, suggesting that major wins and accidents have similar effects on happiness levels due to adaptation and contrast effects.
Paralyzed accident victims tend to idealize their past rather than experience increased happiness from their current situation, highlighting that both contrast and habituation influence how people perceive happiness after major life events.]
Here's a link to studies that looked at happiness, including a famous one that compared lottery winners and people who were paralyzed after a car accident. Yes, winning the lottery will make you happy. Not being able to walk again will make you sad
https://t.co/Fl9xMKDk0z
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Giuseppe Sollazzo
@puntofisso · X
@rowlsmanthorpe This classic research paper might offer some insight into that: https://t.co/X5S8HU8TUo
@oraclebase Serious(ish) question to a throw-away tweet, if you actually did win it, would it change your life at all? Do you think you would be happier (if so why)?
https://t.co/No7AbjWTF1
@SmashingUrFort There are a lot. Self-reported happiness has proven to be real hard to correlate with anything really. A fun one is https://t.co/hitrzJqr83, but it is old. I can't really be arsed to look through all the data on happiness research atm though and the books I've read are in Swedish
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@SmashingUrFort There are a lot. Self-reported happiness has proven to be real hard to correlate with anything really. A fun one is https://t.co/hitrzJqr83, but it is old. I can't really be arsed to look through all the data on happiness research atm though and the books I've read are in Swedish
@legen_eth Hot take:
Life never had purpose; we want purpose to make the life meaningful; putting meaning into things is what humans do; there will be no limit to wanting more
look at lottery winners:
https://t.co/EhBiZmkzK5
they are not significantly happier. there is no ceiling.
Tadi siang pas istirahat randomly baca studi psikologi yang cukup mind blowing menurut aku.
Judulnya : "Lottery winners and accident victims: is happiness relative?"
Bisa dibaca disini : https://t.co/1Lmdi3fdfw
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@BayTutumlu Okumak isteyenler için kaynak: Brickman, P., Coates, D., & Janoff-Bulman, R. (1978). "Lottery winners and accident victims: Is happiness relative?" Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 36(8), 917-927.
https://t.co/zIbLCfj6oA
Here's a good article on that theme. You will always go to the baseline
But in the context of the show I will not agree https://t.co/wI36DJBAFV
@siegemeister675 @DragonQueenRhae @hollowearthterf Paraplegics in general are happier than lottery winners over time the fear and dehumanization of rape has a greater impact on human psychology than losing the use of limbs, it may not seem logical to you but that’s the reality of how the brain functions. https://t.co/p1FeBirzOU. https://t.co/sqwPYvg1a9
Here's a link to studies that looked at happiness, including a famous one that compared lottery winners and people who were paralyzed after a car accident. Yes, winning the lottery will make you happy. Not being able to walk again will make you sad
https://t.co/Fl9xMKDk0z
Aug 25, 2022 · 2 likes · 20,653 followersView post →
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Harry Gray
@MeatMafiaHarry · X
Two life-changing events.
One horrific.
One overwhelmingly random and positive.
Here's what they found out about happiness
Jun 28, 2022 · 14 likes · 1 share · 56,073 followersView post →
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$nek.eth
@sneklikeshoops · X
@asherwolfff Everyone has unique struggles, and happiness doesn't really improve from what you see in any social media, gloss over the main ideas in this study. Your struggles and your happiness can only be yours even if you hit the lottery tomorrow the W isn't secure
https://t.co/GyCiopGy4h
Existe un estudio, que reposa en la National Library of Medicine, que demuestra que incluso algo demasiado
soñado, como ganar la lotería, no incrementa la felicidad a largo plazo.
https://t.co/Lpolhl1VME
@johndoe9_99 @I_AM_SONINEM Do your best to get your baseline composure before you make big decisions. Statistically lotto winners and paralyzed people experience the same amount of happiness.
https://t.co/RbUPaJCsF2
@RichardFoxPhoto This article is fascinating. Lottery winners vs people paralysed in accidents. After initial elation/despondency both groups return to baseline. Essentially if you’re miserable now, you’ll be miserable rich. https://t.co/Rq694mL4VF
@oraclebase Serious(ish) question to a throw-away tweet, if you actually did win it, would it change your life at all? Do you think you would be happier (if so why)?
https://t.co/No7AbjWTF1
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