You can find plenty of articles in magazines or on the Internet with tips for living a happier, more fulfilling life. Things like “exercise” and “be an understanding spouse” are all time-honored ways to beat a path to happiness, and won’t be included here. But there are also some seemingly random activities that are more like cheat codes to happiness — things you never would have expected can actually make you feel better about yourself and your life in general. For instance …

  1. Thinking About Death […]

  2. Doing Chores […]

  3. Riding the Subway […]

  4. Getting into Fights […]

  5. Keeping Your Mind Busy […]

  6. Eating Red Meat […]

  7. Watching Sad Movies […]

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