Most people spend their entire lives chasing happiness — only to end up more miserable than when they started. Science explains why, and the answers are deeply unsettling. Press enter or click to view image in full size Photo by Fabian Centeno on Unsplash Here are 7 shocking psychological truths about happiness that the self-help industry conveniently ignores — and what you can do about each one. Chasing Happiness Makes You Unhappier A landmark study from the University of Denver found that people who actively and desperately pursue happiness feel lonelier and report lower well-being. Why? Because the act of constantly monitoring your own emotional state makes you hyper-aware of every moment you fall short. You literally train your brain to feel like happiness is always out of reach. The more you chase it, the more it runs. Shocking truth: Happiness is a byproduct, not a destination. Stop hunting it directly. 2.…