Govt Plan to Measure Happiness

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I was hoping the government would move away from the simple 'measurement/target' culture so endemic in New Labour. It's impractical, nay impossible, and unactionable so why not spend the money on things that might actually improve people's happiness.

[david_carnell]

Such as?

And how will you know if people are happier at the end? You might be but I might be unhappier. Then what?

[Tarot]

I agree with you Quids. No articles from the B.B.C, are anything to go by anyway. Happiness is felt not measured anyway. Its money wasted,and could be put to more practical use.

[nashoi]

Fetishising happiness like this just shows how culturally and emotionally retarded we are as a nation. Embrace your misery.

[felt-tip]

there is no way to happiness

happiness is the way

[PeckhamRose]

Indeed. It is sunny today and I feel happier than when it is cloudy and grey. Measure THAT!

[Narnia]

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