Why We Love Our Own Creations

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December 26, 2016 a project of ServiceSpace The desire to create is one of the deepest yearnings of the human soul. - Elder Uchtdorf - Why We Love Our Own Creations In this article, behavioral economist Dan Ariely explains why we feel joy and engagement when we make things ourselves. He discusses "The Ikea Effect" and how even small contributions to an item's creation can lead to more affection and attachment to that item. He shares: "The lesson here is that a little sweat equity pays us back in meaning -- and that is a high return." { read more } Be The Change Create something that makes you happy and give it to someone you love. COMMENT | RATE               Related Good News The Benefits of Learning to Be Kind to Yourself Bhutan's Dark Secret to Happiness Our Shortened Attention Span & 3 Ways To Stay Focused 19 Uplifting Photos That Capture The Human Spirit Before I Go: A Neurosurgeon's Final Reflections On Mortality Ten Ways to Set A Positive Tone For the New Year 5 Things Science Says Will Make You Happier 10 Ways to Have A Better Conversation DailyGood is a volunteer-run initiative that delivers "good news" to 242,141 subscribers. There are many ways to help. To unsubscribe, click here. Other ServiceSpace projects include: KindSpring  //  KarmaTube  //  Conversations  //  Awakin  //  More