Magnificent Life

"Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy." Matthew 5:7 There is no one definitive path to happiness, but one thing that is sure to help is spreading Mercy. When we make a concerted effort to be kind and compassionate towards others, we make the world a better place and make ourselves happier. However, the effects of kindness on happiness are very great. Being kind to others leads to increased feelings of happiness, joy, and love. In fact, the positive emotions that come from being kind may even last longer than the emotions we feel from receiving kindness. Research shows that when someone does something kind for another person, that person's brain releases oxytocin, also known as the "feel-good hormone." Oxytocin is associated with happiness, stress relief, and calming sensations. So, not only will you make someone else happy by extending Mercy, but you'll also make yourself happy in the process! That is why those who are high in Mercy are also high in happiness and contentment. So, if you're f