The Happiness Experiment was a groundbreaking, real-world initiative involving 20 friends whose lives were dramatically changed through Happiness Grants, Planning, and Coaching. Unlike academic experiments with volunteers, this experiment happened in real life, starting with a shocking airplane explosion and 100 passengers facing potential disaster.
The core of the experiment was to see if happiness could be increased using innovative methods. Each participant received Happiness Grants—inheritances given while the grantor is still alive—and engaged in detailed Happiness Planning and Coaching. Surprisingly, the mere act of planning and thinking deeply about their happiness led to an increase in their happiness even before any money was spent. This process of planning and coaching proved to be the most impactful factor in boosting happiness.
The book details how the recipients reacted, the planning process, and the resulting changes in their lives. It offers a guide to the Happiness Planning Process, showing readers how to increase their own happiness. Additionally, it provides a novel approach for those with wealth to enhance their happiness and that of their loved ones, serving as a valuable resource for coaches, financial planners, estate planners, and advisors.