The result is psychologists from the USA. In their study, among other things, just under 100 participants for five days each got $ 5, which they should always spend the same: either by buying something for themselves, or by giving it to someone else – for example, as a tip in one Café or as a donation for a relief organization.
Those who spent the money for themselves were initially happy about it. After five days, however, the feeling of happiness had dropped sharply. Those who gave away their money were happy every day.
According to the researchers, the results are particularly interesting because people usually get used to beautiful things quickly. The more often you do something that makes you happy, the weaker the feeling of happiness becomes. Giving seems to be an exception.
