Why do people feel happy?

The reason why people feel happy is a complex multi-dimensional phenomenon, involving individual psychological, physiological, social and other factors.

1. Meet basic needs: When people's basic living needs are met, such as food, water, shelter and security, they will feel satisfied and happy.

2. Positive emotions and emotions: Positive emotions and emotions, such as joy, satisfaction, optimism and hope, can make people feel happy.

3. Social contact: Human beings are social animals. Establishing good relationships with others and participating in social activities can bring happiness and satisfaction.

4. Sense of accomplishment and self-realization: When individuals can achieve their goals, show their abilities and talents, and make progress or success, they will have a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.

5. Mental health and inner satisfaction: maintaining a positive mental state, having good self-esteem and self-confidence, and having inner peace and satisfaction can promote happiness.

6. Sense of meaning and purpose: People usually seek a meaningful life, pursue a certain goal or value, and contribute to a certain cause or social affairs. This pursuit and participation will give people a sense of happiness.

Happiness is subjective and individual for everyone, so everyone's feelings and pursuit of happiness may be different.