He Who Would Have Friends

Groundbreaking new research seems to indicate that happy people like to talk and be around other people. Conclusion: happy people "are social and conversationally deep, rather than solitary and superficial." This is particularly shocking since people who keep to themselves sulking in dark corners, avoiding contact and meaningful conversation, give the appearance of real joy.

To the introverted reader out there, do not start panicking and questioning your inner happiness just yet: this research does not declare you unhappy. The happiness correlation was to substantive conversations, not just any idle chitchat; therefore, it is possible to talk "less" and still be happy. But if you do choose to talk less, make your conversation count.

... and just in case you haven't had a meaningful conversation yet today, here's something else to make you smile.