5 Common Happiness Boosters that do more Harm then Good

According to Gretchen Rubin a best-selling writer, there are five common happiness boosters that rather then boost, they hinder happiness.
1. When feeling blue, many people will comfort themselves with a treat. This, however, causes the person to feel guilt, loss of control, and other negative consequences because a treat is typically something that we would refrain from without being in this sense of blah.
2. Another thing that some people do to boost their happiness is to cut themselves a break. They think that since they are feeling down that they can skip the gym or not write that paper when in all actuality, not letting yourself off the hook boosts your happiness. This is because carrying through with the action gives you a sense of accomplishment which makes you happier.
3. Another common misconception is that when you are feeling down it is best to confine yourself to you sofa. However, studies show that for extroverts and introverts, connecting with other people boosts their mood. So next time instead of staying at home, make plans with your friends or family and maybe you will feel better.
4. A fourth misconception is that expressing your negative emotions will make you feel better. This does not actually make you feel better though. Screaming, punching, and expressing your emotions simply cause more negative results rather then positive. Expelling your emotions simply gives you more time to dwell on them. Instead of getting worked up, try to calmly express your emotions.
5. The fifth and final misconception is that staying in your pajamas all day will make you feel better. However, we often feel because of the way we act, so if you get up, get ready, and do something then you will feel better then if you just stayed at home being lazy all day.

This advice offered by Rubin makes complete sense. If someone is feeling down then why would being alone and dwelling on yourself and negative things make them feel better? It won't. Plain and simple. It simply causes then to dwell in their sadness for longer and become more down. Getting out and having a good time is a much better way to boost your happiness.